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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for nearly 2 months. Everything is green, including my car, and its supposed to be black.:biggrin:Its not really...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for nearly 2 months. Everything is green, including my car,...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for...
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
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  3. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has something to do with average daily temperatures, which lead to grass springing into growth earlier...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has something to do with average daily temperatures,...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has...
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  5. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to maintain your garden at the moment, I’d be tempted to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
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  6. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
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  7. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the...
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the Amelanchier buds are looking promising.
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the Amelanchier buds are looking promising.
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the...
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  8. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    A lovely variety of specimens you have there, @Busy-Lizzie! :blue thumb:
    A lovely variety of specimens you have there, @Busy-Lizzie! :blue thumb:
    A lovely variety of specimens you have there, @Busy-Lizzie! :blue thumb:
    A lovely variety of specimens you have there, @Busy-Lizzie! :blue thumb:
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  9. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera Marmalade. I have two of them. The colours vary a bit...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
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  10. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
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  11. Logan
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  12. JWK
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  13. Alan Tomox

    Feeding Phaleopsis in winter

    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts" from the ferts.We are feeding ours now which like...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts"...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
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  14. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    A gory programme is one thing, seeing it in front of you is something else, along with the noise and smell of blood. It would push you one way or the other I think.A bit like those disgusting...
    A gory programme is one thing, seeing it in front of you is something else, along with the noise and smell of blood. It would push you one way or the other I think.A bit like those disgusting pictures on cigarette packets, not that I've been allowed to see one recently, they are all locked up.
    A gory programme is one thing, seeing it in front of you is something else, along with the noise and smell of blood. It would push you one way or the other I think.A bit like those disgusting pictures on cigarette packets, not that I've been...
    A gory programme is one thing, seeing it in front of you is something else, along with the noise and smell of blood. It would push you one way or the other I think.A bit like those disgusting...
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  15. 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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  16. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that with the milder winters they were growing too much...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
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  17. 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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  18. 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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  19. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
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  20. 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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