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Latest moan from you and me 2026
One day.. and when I do, I'll likely come out flying at folks in the "organisation" we contract to... you know who they are and how bloody minded they can be, probably better than anyone else here
One day.. and when I do, I'll likely come out flying at folks in the "organisation" we contract to... you know who they are and how bloody minded they can be, probably better than anyone else here
One day.. and when I do, I'll likely come out flying at folks in the "organisation" we contract to... you know who they are and how bloody minded they can be, probably better than anyone else here
One day.. and when I do, I'll likely come out flying at folks in the "organisation" we contract to... you know who they are and how bloody minded they can be, probably better than anyone else here
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 50 51 52
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Fat Controller
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Plants for memorial area
A salvia I would recommend is "Royal Bumble". From personal experience I've found it to be a really good flowering variety. As you are in Kent, you might be interested in Dysons nursery, they are...
A salvia I would recommend is "Royal Bumble". From personal experience I've found it to be a really good flowering variety. As you are in Kent, you might be interested in Dysons nursery, they are salvia specialists . Dyson's Nurseries: specialists in growing Salvias in Kent
A salvia I would recommend is "Royal Bumble". From personal experience I've found it to be a really good flowering variety. As you are in Kent, you might be interested in Dysons nursery, they are salvia specialists . Dyson's Nurseries:...
A salvia I would recommend is "Royal Bumble". From personal experience I've found it to be a really good flowering variety. As you are in Kent, you might be interested in Dysons nursery, they are...
BezzaDougal, Feb 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM, Other Plants
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AnniD
Feb 19, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Whaaattt?
I'd say Andrew's problem is not only sex related but the accusation that whilst he was in posession of certain financial info, he freely passed it to his pals. One consideration to take into...
I'd say Andrew's problem is not only sex related but the accusation that whilst he was in posession of certain financial info, he freely passed it to his pals. One consideration to take into account is why was he ever given the job of Trade Envoy in the first place ? No experience in that...
I'd say Andrew's problem is not only sex related but the accusation that whilst he was in posession of certain financial info, he freely passed it to his pals. One consideration to take into account is why was he ever given the job of Trade...
I'd say Andrew's problem is not only sex related but the accusation that whilst he was in posession of certain financial info, he freely passed it to his pals. One consideration to take into...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 342 343 344
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Philippa
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Overwhelmed by my garden
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Pe7e, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:05 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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pete
Feb 19, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Cloudy all day with a gentle breeze from the north west temp 4c feels like 2c we didn't get the snow or sleet, so that was good.
Cloudy all day with a gentle breeze from the north west temp 4c feels like 2c we didn't get the snow or sleet, so that was good.
Cloudy all day with a gentle breeze from the north west temp 4c feels like 2c we didn't get the snow or sleet, so that was good.
Cloudy all day with a gentle breeze from the north west temp 4c feels like 2c we didn't get the snow or sleet, so that was good.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 80 81 82
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Logan
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Plant labels
I also use the coloured labels as no need to write on them if you make a note of which colour applies to which plant. NB don't lose your notebook
I also use the coloured labels as no need to write on them if you make a note of which colour applies to which plant. NB don't lose your notebook
I also use the coloured labels as no need to write on them if you make a note of which colour applies to which plant. NB don't lose your notebook
I also use the coloured labels as no need to write on them if you make a note of which colour applies to which plant. NB don't lose your notebook
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 17, 2026 at 4:55 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Philippa
Feb 19, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
@Michael Hewett Hopefully yes. We have lots of them dotted around our nursery areas, under the pergola, in the car port and the more tender ones housed at the greenhouses of friends. We would...
@Michael Hewett Hopefully yes. We have lots of them dotted around our nursery areas, under the pergola, in the car port and the more tender ones housed at the greenhouses of friends. We would have got some back in already but Mrs Shiney wants to repot quite a lot but the weather hasn't been...
@Michael Hewett Hopefully yes. We have lots of them dotted around our nursery areas, under the pergola, in the car port and the more tender ones housed at the greenhouses of friends. We would have got some back in already but Mrs Shiney wants...
@Michael Hewett Hopefully yes. We have lots of them dotted around our nursery areas, under the pergola, in the car port and the more tender ones housed at the greenhouses of friends. We would...

shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 16 17 18
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shiney
Feb 19, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white dots as a precursor to rooting. It's a good sign...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
Jungle Jane, Jan 9, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Thevictorian
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:33 AM
Cross runner beans
Given the probability that you will harvest and enjoy the bean pod rather than the embryonic bean seed, what advantage do you seek ?
Given the probability that you will harvest and enjoy the bean pod rather than the embryonic bean seed, what advantage do you seek ?
Given the probability that you will harvest and enjoy the bean pod rather than the embryonic bean seed, what advantage do you seek ?
Given the probability that you will harvest and enjoy the bean pod rather than the embryonic bean seed, what advantage do you seek ?
Bear, Feb 18, 2026 at 10:33 PM, Edible Gardening
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infradig
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:21 AM
Visiting Gardens
Anglesey Abbey (NT) covers a vast areaSnowdrops galoreVistas
Anglesey Abbey (NT) covers a vast areaSnowdrops galoreVistas
Anglesey Abbey (NT) covers a vast areaSnowdrops galoreVistas
Anglesey Abbey (NT) covers a vast areaSnowdrops galoreVistas

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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shiney
Feb 19, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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NigelJ
Feb 19, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
How beautiful
How beautiful
How beautiful
How beautiful
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 6 7 8
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Michael Hewett
Feb 19, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I slept better last night and woke up late. Fortunately it had stopped raining so we walked to the shops, it was colder out than it looked with a NW wind. The main road through the village is...
I slept better last night and woke up late. Fortunately it had stopped raining so we walked to the shops, it was colder out than it looked with a NW wind. The main road through the village is still shut and causing mayhem. It doesn't look like it will be finished anytime soon.Later, I togged...
I slept better last night and woke up late. Fortunately it had stopped raining so we walked to the shops, it was colder out than it looked with a NW wind. The main road through the village is still shut and causing mayhem. It doesn't look like it...
I slept better last night and woke up late. Fortunately it had stopped raining so we walked to the shops, it was colder out than it looked with a NW wind. The main road through the village is...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 50 51 52
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lizzie27
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:36 PM
My Garden Progress
HelloThanks for the Replies.Well, I spent some Time with the Phlox Yesterday whilst it was relatively Nice out, and, it turned out to be less of an issue than I thought.Due to the Soil still...
HelloThanks for the Replies.Well, I spent some Time with the Phlox Yesterday whilst it was relatively Nice out, and, it turned out to be less of an issue than I thought.Due to the Soil still being Wet after the Rain overnight, I was able to Pull the Grass pretty easily, I will just need to...
HelloThanks for the Replies.Well, I spent some Time with the Phlox Yesterday whilst it was relatively Nice out, and, it turned out to be less of an issue than I thought.Due to the Soil still being Wet after the Rain overnight, I was able to...
HelloThanks for the Replies.Well, I spent some Time with the Phlox Yesterday whilst it was relatively Nice out, and, it turned out to be less of an issue than I thought.Due to the Soil still...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 19, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
@GreenFingeredPete I agree re tomato seeds. I keep packets sealed in the fridge, and have had good germination of Purple Cherokee for 3 years. There were about 100 seeds in the packet - shame to...
@GreenFingeredPete I agree re tomato seeds. I keep packets sealed in the fridge, and have had good germination of Purple Cherokee for 3 years. There were about 100 seeds in the packet - shame to waste them. I grew about 10, and gave spare youngsters to friends.
@GreenFingeredPete I agree re tomato seeds. I keep packets sealed in the fridge, and have had good germination of Purple Cherokee for 3 years. There were about 100 seeds in the packet - shame to waste them. I grew about 10, and gave spare...
@GreenFingeredPete I agree re tomato seeds. I keep packets sealed in the fridge, and have had good germination of Purple Cherokee for 3 years. There were about 100 seeds in the packet - shame to...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 12 13 14
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CarolineL
Feb 19, 2026 at 8:04 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 17 18 19
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Star gaze Lily
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Despite the cold, I had a quick potter round the garden early afternoon. Cut down the raspberries, tied in a rambler rose and pulled ivy/debris off the corner of the back hedge as the green bins...
Despite the cold, I had a quick potter round the garden early afternoon. Cut down the raspberries, tied in a rambler rose and pulled ivy/debris off the corner of the back hedge as the green bins were emptied this morning. They're not empty any more! It was good to get out even if not for long,...
Despite the cold, I had a quick potter round the garden early afternoon. Cut down the raspberries, tied in a rambler rose and pulled ivy/debris off the corner of the back hedge as the green bins were emptied this morning. They're not empty any...
Despite the cold, I had a quick potter round the garden early afternoon. Cut down the raspberries, tied in a rambler rose and pulled ivy/debris off the corner of the back hedge as the green bins...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 15 16 17
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lizzie27
Feb 19, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Unknown seedling
Nine thousand! Ri-ight. Well, we'll see what it does this year...
Nine thousand! Ri-ight. Well, we'll see what it does this year...
Nine thousand! Ri-ight. Well, we'll see what it does this year...
Nine thousand! Ri-ight. Well, we'll see what it does this year...
Notwellygood, Feb 17, 2026 at 10:08 PM, Identification Area
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Notwellygood
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
In Farmyard Nursery today
In Farmyard Nursery today
In Farmyard Nursery today
In Farmyard Nursery today

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Feb 18, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Hot weather on the way?
Within 60 miles of Dorset, do not net to prevent sunshine but it goes help to protect from wind drying, preventing some wilting caused by this and in other weather, creates a nicroclimate worth...
Within 60 miles of Dorset, do not net to prevent sunshine but it goes help to protect from wind drying, preventing some wilting caused by this and in other weather, creates a nicroclimate worth 2-3 degrees . Essential here for pigeon protection especially and butterflies I use scaffold debris...
Within 60 miles of Dorset, do not net to prevent sunshine but it goes help to protect from wind drying, preventing some wilting caused by this and in other weather, creates a nicroclimate worth 2-3 degrees . Essential here for pigeon protection...
Within 60 miles of Dorset, do not net to prevent sunshine but it goes help to protect from wind drying, preventing some wilting caused by this and in other weather, creates a nicroclimate worth...
Allex50, Feb 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM, Allotments Discussion ... 2
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infradig
Feb 18, 2026 at 3:58 PM

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