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  1. Busy-Lizzie
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    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    Not an actual garden visit but a visit to our garden club spring show. Not a competition but asking people to bring spring to the village hall. Entry was £2 which included tea and cake. Also some...
    Not an actual garden visit but a visit to our garden club spring show. Not a competition but asking people to bring spring to the village hall. Entry was £2 which included tea and cake. Also some things for sale. The cut flowers included of course daffodils and so many varieties and many with a...
    Not an actual garden visit but a visit to our garden club spring show. Not a competition but asking people to bring spring to the village hall. Entry was £2 which included tea and cake. Also some things for sale. The cut flowers included of...
    Not an actual garden visit but a visit to our garden club spring show. Not a competition but asking people to bring spring to the village hall. Entry was £2 which included tea and cake. Also some...
    Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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    On the Levels
    Mar 21, 2026 at 1:39 PM
  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Some politicians play up to one group, others to a different sector. Both are attempting "populism" in their different ways. If they think it has votes in it, they'll back anything. Activities...
    Some politicians play up to one group, others to a different sector. Both are attempting "populism" in their different ways. If they think it has votes in it, they'll back anything. Activities that were jogging along without comment get caught in the spotlight.
    Some politicians play up to one group, others to a different sector. Both are attempting "populism" in their different ways. If they think it has votes in it, they'll back anything. Activities that were jogging along without comment get caught...
    Some politicians play up to one group, others to a different sector. Both are attempting "populism" in their different ways. If they think it has votes in it, they'll back anything. Activities...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 395 396 397
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 22, 2026 at 9:01 AM
  3. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Don’t worry @simone_in_wiltshire, they’ll be back :biggrin:.
    Don’t worry @simone_in_wiltshire, they’ll be back :biggrin:.
    Don’t worry @simone_in_wiltshire, they’ll be back :biggrin:.
    Don’t worry @simone_in_wiltshire, they’ll be back :biggrin:.
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 8 9 10
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    Plantminded
    Mar 22, 2026 at 8:33 AM
  4. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall mix). Why? Because I like Cornflowers. Ditto with...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
    Ditherer, Jul 3, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 5 6 7
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    Ditherer
    Mar 21, 2026 at 12:22 PM
  5. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Sunny, no wind, perfect conditions for painting the wooden frame that keeps my pots corralled! :dbgrtmb:
    Sunny, no wind, perfect conditions for painting the wooden frame that keeps my pots corralled! :dbgrtmb:
    Sunny, no wind, perfect conditions for painting the wooden frame that keeps my pots corralled! :dbgrtmb:
    Sunny, no wind, perfect conditions for painting the wooden frame that keeps my pots corralled! :dbgrtmb:
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:50 AM
  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Thank you @pete! Sure enough, the instructions to separate the beer cans were on the cans, I hadn’t noticed them. I’ve managed to separate the second 4 pack with no problems. Looks like I have...
    Thank you @pete! Sure enough, the instructions to separate the beer cans were on the cans, I hadn’t noticed them. I’ve managed to separate the second 4 pack with no problems. Looks like I have the same brand as in your photo. I’m not really a beer drinker, but I was enchanted by the advert with...
    Thank you @pete! Sure enough, the instructions to separate the beer cans were on the cans, I hadn’t noticed them. I’ve managed to separate the second 4 pack with no problems. Looks like I have the same brand as in your photo. I’m not really a...
    Thank you @pete! Sure enough, the instructions to separate the beer cans were on the cans, I hadn’t noticed them. I’ve managed to separate the second 4 pack with no problems. Looks like I have...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 84 85 86
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    Ergates
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:15 AM
  7. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens

    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    xxxDawnxxx, Mar 18, 2026 at 8:51 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 21, 2026 at 5:07 PM
  8. BB3
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    Euphorbia

    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
    BB3, Mar 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Thevictorian
    Mar 21, 2026 at 10:52 AM
  9. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    A lazy start here, although I did pop a load of laundry into the machine before I had breakfast. I cleared out my outside propagator, but despite having a clear lid, I suspect it’ll be too cold to...
    A lazy start here, although I did pop a load of laundry into the machine before I had breakfast. I cleared out my outside propagator, but despite having a clear lid, I suspect it’ll be too cold to use it just yet. I’ll start my seed trays off on the worktop in the utility room for now. We have a...
    A lazy start here, although I did pop a load of laundry into the machine before I had breakfast. I cleared out my outside propagator, but despite having a clear lid, I suspect it’ll be too cold to use it just yet. I’ll start my seed trays off on...
    A lazy start here, although I did pop a load of laundry into the machine before I had breakfast. I cleared out my outside propagator, but despite having a clear lid, I suspect it’ll be too cold to...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 80 81 82
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    Ergates
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:39 AM
  10. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Thank you. :blue thumb: GC members are always welcome to pop in - contact me to make sure we are here :). The nicely edged lawns make the garden look tidy although the beds are very disorganised. Plants are...
    Thank you. :blue thumb: GC members are always welcome to pop in - contact me to make sure we are here :). The nicely edged lawns make the garden look tidy although the beds are very disorganised. Plants are welcome to self seed, from wherever :scratch:, or be brought in by wildlife. Everything is allowed to...
    Thank you. :blue thumb: GC members are always welcome to pop in - contact me to make sure we are here :). The nicely edged lawns make the garden look tidy although the beds are very disorganised. Plants are welcome to self seed, from wherever :scratch:, or be...
    Thank you. :blue thumb: GC members are always welcome to pop in - contact me to make sure we are here :). The nicely edged lawns make the garden look tidy although the beds are very disorganised. Plants are...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 33 34 35
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    shiney
    Mar 22, 2026 at 7:31 AM
  11. JWK
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    What's Looking Exotic 2026

    The one I have outside now was originally grown from seed back in the early 80s.
    The one I have outside now was originally grown from seed back in the early 80s.
    The one I have outside now was originally grown from seed back in the early 80s.
    The one I have outside now was originally grown from seed back in the early 80s.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3
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    pete
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:41 AM
  12. Victoria
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    Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

    First bloom opened on "SAN REMO" VARIETAL WHITE FRILLED PETALS
    First bloom opened on "SAN REMO" VARIETAL WHITE FRILLED PETALS
    First bloom opened on "SAN REMO" VARIETAL WHITE FRILLED PETALS
    First bloom opened on "SAN REMO" VARIETAL WHITE FRILLED PETALS
    Hib1 6 May.jpg Hib1 22 Jun.jpg Hib2 22 Jun.jpg Hibiscus 2 June 2012.JPG Hibiscus Pagoda Red 9 May 21.jpg Hibiscus Peach 1 Jun.jpg
    Victoria, Jun 1, 2021, Tropical Gardening ... 13 14 15
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    Victoria
    Mar 21, 2026 at 9:34 AM
  13. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Are they having the other half this afternoon. :biggrin:
    Are they having the other half this afternoon. :biggrin:
    Are they having the other half this afternoon. :biggrin:
    Are they having the other half this afternoon. :biggrin:
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 124 125 126
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    pete
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:48 AM
  14. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 26 27 28
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    Ladybird4
    Mar 22, 2026 at 7:00 AM
  15. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    Yes, but same family a,d hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family a,d hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family a,d hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family a,d hardy like other brassicas.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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    Obelix-Vendée
    Mar 21, 2026 at 9:49 PM
  16. Greenfield81

    Choisya dying?

    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
    Greenfield81, Mar 20, 2026 at 6:28 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    pete
    Mar 20, 2026 at 8:20 PM
  17. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Plantminded
    Mar 20, 2026 at 8:12 PM
  18. Banana Man

    Bananaman's Hideout 2026

    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Banana Man, Mar 20, 2026 at 7:04 PM, Members Gallery
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    Banana Man
    Mar 20, 2026 at 7:50 PM
  19. Meomye

    Ladybugs

    Yes, I am spotting quite a few ladybirds in the garden now - attracted I presume by the little green aphids which have also already appeared on the new growth on my 'White Flower Carpet' rose....
    Yes, I am spotting quite a few ladybirds in the garden now - attracted I presume by the little green aphids which have also already appeared on the new growth on my 'White Flower Carpet' rose. They are welcome to gobble up as many of those as they like - saves me stripping them off between my...
    Yes, I am spotting quite a few ladybirds in the garden now - attracted I presume by the little green aphids which have also already appeared on the new growth on my 'White Flower Carpet' rose. They are welcome to gobble up as many of those as...
    Yes, I am spotting quite a few ladybirds in the garden now - attracted I presume by the little green aphids which have also already appeared on the new growth on my 'White Flower Carpet' rose....
    Meomye, Mar 20, 2026 at 7:54 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Clare G
    Mar 22, 2026 at 10:11 AM
  20. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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    infradig
    Mar 21, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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