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What's your weather like 2026
It got up to 15c with full sun. A lovely day. The chilly wind also warmed up, maybe because it was coming from the south. There were lots of big bumble bees asleep on the pampas grass fronds.
It got up to 15c with full sun. A lovely day. The chilly wind also warmed up, maybe because it was coming from the south. There were lots of big bumble bees asleep on the pampas grass fronds.
It got up to 15c with full sun. A lovely day. The chilly wind also warmed up, maybe because it was coming from the south. There were lots of big bumble bees asleep on the pampas grass fronds.
It got up to 15c with full sun. A lovely day. The chilly wind also warmed up, maybe because it was coming from the south. There were lots of big bumble bees asleep on the pampas grass fronds.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 98 99 100
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cactus_girl
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a picture of my front garden.So the driveway on the...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 16 17 18
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
No, I don’t keep the old ones, removing them gives the new ones more space to unfurl and I prefer their fresher green. This is a sure symptom of gardening OCD . In nature they just do their own...
No, I don’t keep the old ones, removing them gives the new ones more space to unfurl and I prefer their fresher green. This is a sure symptom of gardening OCD . In nature they just do their own thing (but look tatty ).
No, I don’t keep the old ones, removing them gives the new ones more space to unfurl and I prefer their fresher green. This is a sure symptom of gardening OCD . In nature they just do their own thing (but look tatty ).
No, I don’t keep the old ones, removing them gives the new ones more space to unfurl and I prefer their fresher green. This is a sure symptom of gardening OCD . In nature they just do their own...
shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:59 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together!
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together!
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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ViewAhead
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
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Bluebell Q
Mar 2, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Maybe I was fortunate, but I got petrol this evening at the usual price, no big queue no worries.
Maybe I was fortunate, but I got petrol this evening at the usual price, no big queue no worries.
Maybe I was fortunate, but I got petrol this evening at the usual price, no big queue no worries.
Maybe I was fortunate, but I got petrol this evening at the usual price, no big queue no worries.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 64 65 66
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Allotment Boy
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Orchids - transparent pots or not?
I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
The Bird Lady, Mar 1, 2026 at 11:08 AM, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:53 AM
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Showy natives
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Mar 2, 2026 at 12:24 PM
When to Cut Back Semi-Neglected Lavender and Santolina
Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
Kevin Cowans, Mar 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM, Other Plants
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Kevin Cowans
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
@Ergates I once had to catch a train from Manchester to Hull with my scientists when our flight home was cancelled after a power failure at Zaventem airport. It began swimmingly with an...
@Ergates I once had to catch a train from Manchester to Hull with my scientists when our flight home was cancelled after a power failure at Zaventem airport. It began swimmingly with an excellent tram connection from Sale to Piccadilly and then went rapidly downhill - small train with very...
@Ergates I once had to catch a train from Manchester to Hull with my scientists when our flight home was cancelled after a power failure at Zaventem airport. It began swimmingly with an excellent tram connection from Sale to Piccadilly and then...
@Ergates I once had to catch a train from Manchester to Hull with my scientists when our flight home was cancelled after a power failure at Zaventem airport. It began swimmingly with an...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 62 63 64
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I know what you mean about Berberis A few years ago I removed a Berberis julianae which had grown right up through our Hawthorn tree. It came with the house and I'd left it alone for years...
I know what you mean about Berberis A few years ago I removed a Berberis julianae which had grown right up through our Hawthorn tree. It came with the house and I'd left it alone for years because in the winter it provided an impenetrable roost for all the local sparrows. I measured one of the...
I know what you mean about Berberis A few years ago I removed a Berberis julianae which had grown right up through our Hawthorn tree. It came with the house and I'd left it alone for years because in the winter it provided an impenetrable roost...
I know what you mean about Berberis A few years ago I removed a Berberis julianae which had grown right up through our Hawthorn tree. It came with the house and I'd left it alone for years...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 23 24 25
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LunarSea
Mar 2, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Whaaattt?
Soylent green...
Soylent green...
Soylent green...
Soylent green...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 362 363 364
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CanadianLori
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:20 PM
What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)
I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here .
I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here .
I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Migration to NEW software & server
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
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KT53
Mar 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 12:43 AM, Photo Competitions
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Busy-Lizzie
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do well with compeition.If you think they need it,...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Anyone got/used a Pro-Seeder?
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Fat Controller, Mar 1, 2026 at 3:27 PM, Tools And Equipment
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Loofah
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill over the paths and thus soften them, rather than a formal approach with topiary leading to the...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill over the paths and thus soften them, rather than a...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill...
latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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micearguers
Mar 2, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 8:50 AM, Photo Competitions
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:54 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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Ladybird4
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:09 AM

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