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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps in and more.@Robert Bowen :biggrin: I named one of my golden retrievers Logan way before having...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps in and more.@Robert Bowen :biggrin: I named one of my...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps...
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It was hazily overcast all day and just got to 18c. The sun has come out now and 16,2c with a light breeze from the North.
    It was hazily overcast all day and just got to 18c. The sun has come out now and 16,2c with a light breeze from the North.
    It was hazily overcast all day and just got to 18c. The sun has come out now and 16,2c with a light breeze from the North.
    It was hazily overcast all day and just got to 18c. The sun has come out now and 16,2c with a light breeze from the North.
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  4. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    He's only following the usual dictatorial route - little difference between him and Putin - megalamaniacs ruling the roost. The rest of the world will twig at some point but perhaps too late to...
    He's only following the usual dictatorial route - little difference between him and Putin - megalamaniacs ruling the roost. The rest of the world will twig at some point but perhaps too late to do much about it.
    He's only following the usual dictatorial route - little difference between him and Putin - megalamaniacs ruling the roost. The rest of the world will twig at some point but perhaps too late to do much about it.
    He's only following the usual dictatorial route - little difference between him and Putin - megalamaniacs ruling the roost. The rest of the world will twig at some point but perhaps too late to...
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  5. Logan
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  6. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
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  7. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Afternoon all.A mixed bag of weather today but I did my walk, GP visit, then into town for a mooch in charity shops. I found a striped jumper which looks hardly worn and a short-sleeved woolly...
    Afternoon all.A mixed bag of weather today but I did my walk, GP visit, then into town for a mooch in charity shops. I found a striped jumper which looks hardly worn and a short-sleeved woolly cardi which crosses over at the neck to fasten - a ‘White Stuff’ one. I also treated myself to a...
    Afternoon all.A mixed bag of weather today but I did my walk, GP visit, then into town for a mooch in charity shops. I found a striped jumper which looks hardly worn and a short-sleeved woolly cardi which crosses over at the neck to fasten -...
    Afternoon all.A mixed bag of weather today but I did my walk, GP visit, then into town for a mooch in charity shops. I found a striped jumper which looks hardly worn and a short-sleeved woolly...
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  8. ArmyAirForce
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    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at the back last year, but the rear basket is starting to fall apart.So Lynne's plan was to buy a...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at the back last year, but the rear basket is starting...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at...
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  9. Phil Clark

    Mature Thyme

    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in...
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in a lavender bed more like a rock garden space, and this is a creeping one that the bees love.
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in a lavender bed more like a rock garden space, and...
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in...
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  10. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and company. Our weekly meetings are held in an old disused chapel on a Monday. Some crochet,some knit and...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and company. Our weekly meetings are held in an old...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and...
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  11. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
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  12. Lisa Smith

    Phoenix Counselling

    Phoenix Counselling provides expert, confidential support to individuals, couples, and families. Understanding the importance of mental health is paramount, and our team of qualified therapists is...
    Phoenix Counselling provides expert, confidential support to individuals, couples, and families. Understanding the importance of mental health is paramount, and our team of qualified therapists is dedicated to empowering you to maintain your emotional well-being through professional counselling...
    Phoenix Counselling provides expert, confidential support to individuals, couples, and families. Understanding the importance of mental health is paramount, and our team of qualified therapists is dedicated to empowering you to maintain your...
    Phoenix Counselling provides expert, confidential support to individuals, couples, and families. Understanding the importance of mental health is paramount, and our team of qualified therapists is...
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  13. JWK
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    What's Looking Exotic 2026

    Too true. I think she came to us in 2005 ...and went in the ground in 2008 ,,,
    Too true. I think she came to us in 2005 ...and went in the ground in 2008 ,,,
    Too true. I think she came to us in 2005 ...and went in the ground in 2008 ,,,
    Too true. I think she came to us in 2005 ...and went in the ground in 2008 ,,,
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  14. JWK
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  15. BB3

    Variegated lavender pruning

    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer NO! What did I spy in Lidl yesterday? Lavender for sale….in February having been under glass and heat...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer NO! What did I spy in Lidl yesterday? Lavender for...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer...
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  16. PzaMayor3
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    Terrace in the Mediterranean

    I hope so @ViewAhead !! Good luck with them!!
    I hope so @ViewAhead !! Good luck with them!!
    I hope so @ViewAhead !! Good luck with them!!
    I hope so @ViewAhead !! Good luck with them!!
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  17. GreenFingeredPete

    Nerines (Bowden)

    The Nerine Bowdenii is pretty hardy, some of the other varieties are somewhat iffy, although you living in the South unlike me in Scotland might have better luck. From my experience of more years...
    The Nerine Bowdenii is pretty hardy, some of the other varieties are somewhat iffy, although you living in the South unlike me in Scotland might have better luck. From my experience of more years than I care to mention! Nerine bulbs need to be planted really high with a good 1/3 of the bulb out...
    The Nerine Bowdenii is pretty hardy, some of the other varieties are somewhat iffy, although you living in the South unlike me in Scotland might have better luck. From my experience of more years than I care to mention! Nerine bulbs need to be...
    The Nerine Bowdenii is pretty hardy, some of the other varieties are somewhat iffy, although you living in the South unlike me in Scotland might have better luck. From my experience of more years...
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  18. Kevin Cowans

    My Garden Progress

    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply and the Advice, much appreciated.Kevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply and the Advice, much appreciated.Kevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply and the Advice, much appreciated.Kevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply and the Advice, much appreciated.Kevin
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  19. Victoria
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    Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

    So today April opened ....... and the first bloom of Adonicus Yellow ...... and a few more to come...
    So today April opened ....... and the first bloom of Adonicus Yellow ...... and a few more to come...
    So today April opened ....... and the first bloom of Adonicus Yellow ...... and a few more to come...
    So today April opened ....... and the first bloom of Adonicus Yellow ...... and a few more to come...
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  20. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2026

    Any recommendations for a good quality compost for growing vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers? Last year was a disaster and the compost I purchased was infested with fungus gnats.
    Any recommendations for a good quality compost for growing vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers? Last year was a disaster and the compost I purchased was infested with fungus gnats.
    Any recommendations for a good quality compost for growing vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers? Last year was a disaster and the compost I purchased was infested with fungus gnats.
    Any recommendations for a good quality compost for growing vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers? Last year was a disaster and the compost I purchased was infested with fungus gnats.
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