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  1. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    THE WINNER OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION IS:- :star: Busy-Lizzie :star:with 14 pointsMy hellebores' pretty faces.Very closely followed by Scroggins with 13 and Love my chicken and LG_with...
    THE WINNER OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION IS:- :star: Busy-Lizzie :star:with 14 pointsMy hellebores' pretty faces.Very closely followed by Scroggins with 13 and Love my chicken and LG_with 12Well done to everyone for entering and some interesting interpretations of the themeI WOULD LIKE TO...
    THE WINNER OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION IS:- :star: Busy-Lizzie :star:with 14 pointsMy hellebores' pretty faces.Very closely followed by Scroggins with 13 and Love my chicken and LG_with 12Well done to everyone for entering and some...
    THE WINNER OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION IS:- :star: Busy-Lizzie :star:with 14 pointsMy hellebores' pretty faces.Very closely followed by Scroggins with 13 and Love my chicken and LG_with...
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  2. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivars Purple LoosestrifeFor winter: Our native two hellebores,...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivars Purple...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
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  3. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are quite fleshy.we had vine weevils kill a large potted cammelia once, just keeled over dead one...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are quite fleshy.we had vine weevils kill a large...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Hello there weather-watchers. After a lovely and sunny but chilly day yesterday we are back to dampness and mildness today. Max 12c later.
    Hello there weather-watchers. After a lovely and sunny but chilly day yesterday we are back to dampness and mildness today. Max 12c later.
    Hello there weather-watchers. After a lovely and sunny but chilly day yesterday we are back to dampness and mildness today. Max 12c later.
    Hello there weather-watchers. After a lovely and sunny but chilly day yesterday we are back to dampness and mildness today. Max 12c later.
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  5. Logan
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  6. JWK
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  7. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good morning all. Pinch and a punch for the first of the month and no returns. White rabbits also. Gardening today I hope (how many times have I said that so far this year??) It does feel...
    Good morning all. Pinch and a punch for the first of the month and no returns. White rabbits also. Gardening today I hope (how many times have I said that so far this year??) It does feel slightly milder this morning so that is a good start. Have a great day and let's celebrate the first day of...
    Good morning all. Pinch and a punch for the first of the month and no returns. White rabbits also. Gardening today I hope (how many times have I said that so far this year??) It does feel slightly milder this morning so that is a good start....
    Good morning all. Pinch and a punch for the first of the month and no returns. White rabbits also. Gardening today I hope (how many times have I said that so far this year??) It does feel...
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  8. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    I have planted Deutzia which not only have a lovely green from early spring to late summer and allow planting of flowers around them. but they also have lovely flowers which are loved by bees and...
    I have planted Deutzia which not only have a lovely green from early spring to late summer and allow planting of flowers around them. but they also have lovely flowers which are loved by bees and butterflies in May/June. You could plant a Deutzia in the middle of your beds. They don't need care...
    I have planted Deutzia which not only have a lovely green from early spring to late summer and allow planting of flowers around them. but they also have lovely flowers which are loved by bees and butterflies in May/June. You could plant a...
    I have planted Deutzia which not only have a lovely green from early spring to late summer and allow planting of flowers around them. but they also have lovely flowers which are loved by bees and...
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  9. Alan Tomox

    Feeding Phaleopsis in winter

    Just been watching some videos on Youtube, my orchids are looking quite sad at the moment and I thought I'd pick up some tips there. One guy was watering his orchids with ground coffee (pour on...
    Just been watching some videos on Youtube, my orchids are looking quite sad at the moment and I thought I'd pick up some tips there. One guy was watering his orchids with ground coffee (pour on boiling water, allow to cool and then strain), and another was using a solution made from sliced...
    Just been watching some videos on Youtube, my orchids are looking quite sad at the moment and I thought I'd pick up some tips there. One guy was watering his orchids with ground coffee (pour on boiling water, allow to cool and then strain), and...
    Just been watching some videos on Youtube, my orchids are looking quite sad at the moment and I thought I'd pick up some tips there. One guy was watering his orchids with ground coffee (pour on...
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  10. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An overnight conversion to vegetarianism ensued.Cheerio.
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An...
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
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  11. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
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  12. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
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  13. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
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  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Young magpie saga continued ...So, they have been back this morning, looking at the spot where the nest was and seeming to inspect other branches. Some squirrels had started a nest before the...
    Young magpie saga continued ...So, they have been back this morning, looking at the spot where the nest was and seeming to inspect other branches. Some squirrels had started a nest before the magpies came along, but abandoned it when they did. Maybe they will commandeer that. :scratch: TBH, the...
    Young magpie saga continued ...So, they have been back this morning, looking at the spot where the nest was and seeming to inspect other branches. Some squirrels had started a nest before the magpies came along, but abandoned it when they did....
    Young magpie saga continued ...So, they have been back this morning, looking at the spot where the nest was and seeming to inspect other branches. Some squirrels had started a nest before the...
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  15. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
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  16. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not awake.I dont see individual immigrants as a threat, I...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
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  17. Sydney Carton

    Hedge dying?

    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
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  18. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during the previous GW season.And I caught most of the Wild Gardener as well. I remember watching it...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during the previous GW season.And I caught most of the...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during...
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  19. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn, Cut a H over the area and Lift the Turf, remove any...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn,...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
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  20. JWK
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