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  1. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a single plant. Looks to be a 2 or 3 plants per cell hopefully, I'll divide them up and plant them half...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a single plant. Looks to be a 2 or 3 plants per cell...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a...
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  2. Tidemark
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    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I think one problem with trying to bomb Iran into submission is that being martyred is a good thing in their religion. I think Trump may not have taken that into account. He is used to others...
    I think one problem with trying to bomb Iran into submission is that being martyred is a good thing in their religion. I think Trump may not have taken that into account. He is used to others backing down when he bullies them. My guess is that this isn’t going to end quickly or smoothly.
    I think one problem with trying to bomb Iran into submission is that being martyred is a good thing in their religion. I think Trump may not have taken that into account. He is used to others backing down when he bullies them. My guess is that...
    I think one problem with trying to bomb Iran into submission is that being martyred is a good thing in their religion. I think Trump may not have taken that into account. He is used to others...
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  4. james_uk

    would upgrading to 36v Ryobi mower stop it slowing down

    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the battery but it's only been a year. I will say that...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
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  5. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Thank you everyone who sent me birthday greetings. We had a lovely walk among the trees in Coole Park, where the turlough (disappearing lake) was well in evidence, thanks to the amount of rain...
    Thank you everyone who sent me birthday greetings. We had a lovely walk among the trees in Coole Park, where the turlough (disappearing lake) was well in evidence, thanks to the amount of rain we've been having. We couldn't take the path round the lake, because it was under water, but that...
    Thank you everyone who sent me birthday greetings. We had a lovely walk among the trees in Coole Park, where the turlough (disappearing lake) was well in evidence, thanks to the amount of rain we've been having. We couldn't take the path round...
    Thank you everyone who sent me birthday greetings. We had a lovely walk among the trees in Coole Park, where the turlough (disappearing lake) was well in evidence, thanks to the amount of rain...
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  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since then which is higher than normal. Boiler does both...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
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  7. Logan
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  8. Spruce
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    All you want to know about hedgehogs....

    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats...
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats would remain in their own gardens.
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats would remain in their own gardens.
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats...
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  9. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @Peaceful Gardener, not all rose growers are as expensive as David Austin. Cottage Memories are reasonable as are Parkside Nursery. I have also bought roses from this ebay seller Bunkers Hill...
    @Peaceful Gardener, not all rose growers are as expensive as David Austin. Cottage Memories are reasonable as are Parkside Nursery. I have also bought roses from this ebay seller Bunkers Hill Garden Shop Oxford | eBay UK Stores
    @Peaceful Gardener, not all rose growers are as expensive as David Austin. Cottage Memories are reasonable as are Parkside Nursery. I have also bought roses from this ebay seller Bunkers Hill Garden Shop Oxford | eBay UK Stores
    @Peaceful Gardener, not all rose growers are as expensive as David Austin. Cottage Memories are reasonable as are Parkside Nursery. I have also bought roses from this ebay seller Bunkers Hill...
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  10. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
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  11. shiney
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  12. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I ...
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I don't think they are usable.
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I don't think they are usable.
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I ...
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  13. pete
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    Electric cars.

    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
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  14. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2026

    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
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  15. Busy-Lizzie
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    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely scents and the different colours and structures of the flowers were amazing. A really friendly group...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely scents and the different colours and structures of...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely...
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  16. JWK
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  17. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting entangled, you just need to arrange the cable at a distance as you work.The Spear and Jackson model...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting entangled, you just need to arrange the cable at a...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting...
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  18. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Beautiful
    Beautiful
    Beautiful
    Beautiful
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  19. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
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  20. Robodendron

    ID please!

    That's right, I have them in my garden, they come in from the hedgerows. I leave them in odd corners because they're pretty and brighten the place up, but I get rid of lots too.
    That's right, I have them in my garden, they come in from the hedgerows. I leave them in odd corners because they're pretty and brighten the place up, but I get rid of lots too.
    That's right, I have them in my garden, they come in from the hedgerows. I leave them in odd corners because they're pretty and brighten the place up, but I get rid of lots too.
    That's right, I have them in my garden, they come in from the hedgerows. I leave them in odd corners because they're pretty and brighten the place up, but I get rid of lots too.
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