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  1. Ditherer

    How I envy you guys

    As @Jiffy and I have said ... ASK SOMEONE AND WRITE IT DOWN. It's the only way. You'll remember the steps after you've followed your instructions a few times, like I did.Of course if you wish to...
    As @Jiffy and I have said ... ASK SOMEONE AND WRITE IT DOWN. It's the only way. You'll remember the steps after you've followed your instructions a few times, like I did.Of course if you wish to ignore this advice that's up to you, but I don't think you'll ever be able to do anything unless...
    As @Jiffy and I have said ... ASK SOMEONE AND WRITE IT DOWN. It's the only way. You'll remember the steps after you've followed your instructions a few times, like I did.Of course if you wish to ignore this advice that's up to you, but I don't...
    As @Jiffy and I have said ... ASK SOMEONE AND WRITE IT DOWN. It's the only way. You'll remember the steps after you've followed your instructions a few times, like I did.Of course if you wish to...
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  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Some time back now but I can remember apprentice joiners expecting to take a gap year because that was what their university mates were doing. Some even expected the company to keep their job open...
    Some time back now but I can remember apprentice joiners expecting to take a gap year because that was what their university mates were doing. Some even expected the company to keep their job open in case they wanted to come back.
    Some time back now but I can remember apprentice joiners expecting to take a gap year because that was what their university mates were doing. Some even expected the company to keep their job open in case they wanted to come back.
    Some time back now but I can remember apprentice joiners expecting to take a gap year because that was what their university mates were doing. Some even expected the company to keep their job open...
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    HOLY MOLY! THE SUN IS SHINING!!!!!!!!!:love30::love30::love30:
    HOLY MOLY! THE SUN IS SHINING!!!!!!!!!:love30::love30::love30:
    HOLY MOLY! THE SUN IS SHINING!!!!!!!!!:love30::love30::love30:
    HOLY MOLY! THE SUN IS SHINING!!!!!!!!!:love30::love30::love30:
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    For once, I am lost for words... He took one look at my knee, said the injection would not benefit me and has referred me to a consultant, which is what I'd asked for in the first place, on 5 January.
    For once, I am lost for words... He took one look at my knee, said the injection would not benefit me and has referred me to a consultant, which is what I'd asked for in the first place, on 5 January.
    For once, I am lost for words... He took one look at my knee, said the injection would not benefit me and has referred me to a consultant, which is what I'd asked for in the first place, on 5 January.
    For once, I am lost for words... He took one look at my knee, said the injection would not benefit me and has referred me to a consultant, which is what I'd asked for in the first place, on 5 January.
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  5. adamadamant

    Clematis JIngle Bells an unholy mess

    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to just mercilessly hack it a few feet from the ground. I've just done the same with "freckles", which is...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to just mercilessly hack it a few feet from the...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to...
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  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I was put on the "urgent" cataract list and waited over 7 months, @KT53, including having it cancelled twice. :doh: And that was back in the balmy days of 2017, when the NHS was sort of functioning...
    I was put on the "urgent" cataract list and waited over 7 months, @KT53, including having it cancelled twice. :doh: And that was back in the balmy days of 2017, when the NHS was sort of functioning still. I also waited 26 weeks after being referred with possible glaucoma. And that was long ago in...
    I was put on the "urgent" cataract list and waited over 7 months, @KT53, including having it cancelled twice. :doh: And that was back in the balmy days of 2017, when the NHS was sort of functioning still. I also waited 26 weeks after being referred...
    I was put on the "urgent" cataract list and waited over 7 months, @KT53, including having it cancelled twice. :doh: And that was back in the balmy days of 2017, when the NHS was sort of functioning...
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  7. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I always end up growing San Marzano for some reason even though they either don't produce too many or they get bad blossom end rot! Crimson Plum is an excellent alternative if you're wanting a...
    I always end up growing San Marzano for some reason even though they either don't produce too many or they get bad blossom end rot! Crimson Plum is an excellent alternative if you're wanting a good plum/sauce tomato. I think there were quite a few of us on here who had great success with it last...
    I always end up growing San Marzano for some reason even though they either don't produce too many or they get bad blossom end rot! Crimson Plum is an excellent alternative if you're wanting a good plum/sauce tomato. I think there were quite a...
    I always end up growing San Marzano for some reason even though they either don't produce too many or they get bad blossom end rot! Crimson Plum is an excellent alternative if you're wanting a...
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  8. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but...
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but local garden centres' prices are now getting close. They arrived at 9.30am on Monday, very well packed...
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but local garden centres' prices are now getting close....
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but...
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  9. hi2u_uk

    is there a reason why my Gaultheria Procumbens keeps getting dug up

    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
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  10. shiney
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  11. JWK
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  12. Kevin Cowans

    Getting rid of course grass in Lawn

    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
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  13. dogsbody

    container potatoes

    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing...
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing compared to the ones where I only put two in.
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing compared to the ones where I only put two in.
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing...
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  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then got the (useless) power washer out. I soon gave up on it as the garden hose has more force. Used...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then got the (useless) power washer out. I soon gave up...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then...
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  15. Jenny_Aster

    Red Robin hedge

    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's...
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's no pavement in front of my house. Thanks for the suggestion :)
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's no pavement in front of my house. Thanks for the...
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's...
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  16. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
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  17. Philippa

    Free Zoo tickets for London/Whipsnade

    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
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  18. Blue arbour

    Bottle brush (Callistenum)

    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
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  19. Ditherer

    feeding robins with live mealworms problems

    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
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  20. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water,...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water, soak & drain before sowing. 3. How many seeds per cell? With seeds the size of cosmos or chillies, I...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water, soak & drain before sowing. 3. How many seeds per...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water,...
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