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  1. zebrina

    Rat problem

    Weil's truly is nasty, and can lead to meningitis. You can't be too careful around rats.
    Weil's truly is nasty, and can lead to meningitis. You can't be too careful around rats.
    Weil's truly is nasty, and can lead to meningitis. You can't be too careful around rats.
    Weil's truly is nasty, and can lead to meningitis. You can't be too careful around rats.
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Spent time in greenhouse potting up cuttings. Dug over and weeded a small flower bed then planted Gunnera magellanica, Disporum cantioniense "Green Giant", Disporosis taiwanensis and a couple of...
    Spent time in greenhouse potting up cuttings. Dug over and weeded a small flower bed then planted Gunnera magellanica, Disporum cantioniense "Green Giant", Disporosis taiwanensis and a couple of lilies.
    Spent time in greenhouse potting up cuttings. Dug over and weeded a small flower bed then planted Gunnera magellanica, Disporum cantioniense "Green Giant", Disporosis taiwanensis and a couple of lilies.
    Spent time in greenhouse potting up cuttings. Dug over and weeded a small flower bed then planted Gunnera magellanica, Disporum cantioniense "Green Giant", Disporosis taiwanensis and a couple of...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    With a lot of people shouting about more drilling in the depleted North Sea, why is nobody mentioning fracking on land or digging new coal mines? Could it be that their electorate might not like...
    With a lot of people shouting about more drilling in the depleted North Sea, why is nobody mentioning fracking on land or digging new coal mines? Could it be that their electorate might not like the idea?
    With a lot of people shouting about more drilling in the depleted North Sea, why is nobody mentioning fracking on land or digging new coal mines? Could it be that their electorate might not like the idea?
    With a lot of people shouting about more drilling in the depleted North Sea, why is nobody mentioning fracking on land or digging new coal mines? Could it be that their electorate might not like...
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  4. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    OH bought a 92 yr old car last November and sent off the appropriate details for change of owner to the DVLA. Since then numerous phone calls. emails and photos have pinged back and forth, despite...
    OH bought a 92 yr old car last November and sent off the appropriate details for change of owner to the DVLA. Since then numerous phone calls. emails and photos have pinged back and forth, despite the fact that the car hasn't been modified and has been registered in the UK for at least 50 years...
    OH bought a 92 yr old car last November and sent off the appropriate details for change of owner to the DVLA. Since then numerous phone calls. emails and photos have pinged back and forth, despite the fact that the car hasn't been modified and...
    OH bought a 92 yr old car last November and sent off the appropriate details for change of owner to the DVLA. Since then numerous phone calls. emails and photos have pinged back and forth, despite...
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  5. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    That's early for Red Campion @simone_in_wiltshire, you're lucky, they don't usually appear here in March. Nice to see the wild flowers in your area
    That's early for Red Campion @simone_in_wiltshire, you're lucky, they don't usually appear here in March. Nice to see the wild flowers in your area
    That's early for Red Campion @simone_in_wiltshire, you're lucky, they don't usually appear here in March. Nice to see the wild flowers in your area
    That's early for Red Campion @simone_in_wiltshire, you're lucky, they don't usually appear here in March. Nice to see the wild flowers in your area
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  6. potted

    Hoster's

    Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
    Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
    Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
    Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
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  7. BOSullivan

    Pyracantha removal

    After chopping out a 40yr old pyracantha last summer I'd never entertain the stuff, it was in a neighbours garden. Diabolical stuff.:biggrin:
    After chopping out a 40yr old pyracantha last summer I'd never entertain the stuff, it was in a neighbours garden. Diabolical stuff.:biggrin:
    After chopping out a 40yr old pyracantha last summer I'd never entertain the stuff, it was in a neighbours garden. Diabolical stuff.:biggrin:
    After chopping out a 40yr old pyracantha last summer I'd never entertain the stuff, it was in a neighbours garden. Diabolical stuff.:biggrin:
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  8. BOSullivan

    Removing Ivy from Fence and ground

    Get the ivy off the fence. It will work its way through the paneling and eventually damage it as well as upsetting your neighbour.
    Get the ivy off the fence. It will work its way through the paneling and eventually damage it as well as upsetting your neighbour.
    Get the ivy off the fence. It will work its way through the paneling and eventually damage it as well as upsetting your neighbour.
    Get the ivy off the fence. It will work its way through the paneling and eventually damage it as well as upsetting your neighbour.
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  9. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I would agree with you entirely if they were English bluebells, but mine are not. My property was empty for over a year before I bought it. Spanish bluebells and another persistent weed which...
    I would agree with you entirely if they were English bluebells, but mine are not. My property was empty for over a year before I bought it. Spanish bluebells and another persistent weed which looks like a tiny Euphorbia were everywhere. I have got them under control now after 12 years. I still...
    I would agree with you entirely if they were English bluebells, but mine are not. My property was empty for over a year before I bought it. Spanish bluebells and another persistent weed which looks like a tiny Euphorbia were everywhere. I have...
    I would agree with you entirely if they were English bluebells, but mine are not. My property was empty for over a year before I bought it. Spanish bluebells and another persistent weed which...
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  10. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good morning everyone. Pleased to hear the 'eye' news @Allotment Boy and @Ergates and I think your wreath looks joyous Last night at the quiz it was a very close thing but we got pipped at the...
    Good morning everyone. Pleased to hear the 'eye' news @Allotment Boy and @Ergates and I think your wreath looks joyous Last night at the quiz it was a very close thing but we got pipped at the post - again. That has been the story of our season but do we mind - not in the slightest. Its a...
    Good morning everyone. Pleased to hear the 'eye' news @Allotment Boy and @Ergates and I think your wreath looks joyous Last night at the quiz it was a very close thing but we got pipped at the post - again. That has been the story of our season...
    Good morning everyone. Pleased to hear the 'eye' news @Allotment Boy and @Ergates and I think your wreath looks joyous Last night at the quiz it was a very close thing but we got pipped at the...
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  11. BOSullivan

    Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement

    HiGabion baskets would work a treat and can be made into a seating area at the same time , depends on how much you have to spend ,.. but if using wood you bein the same position in years to come
    HiGabion baskets would work a treat and can be made into a seating area at the same time , depends on how much you have to spend ,.. but if using wood you bein the same position in years to come
    HiGabion baskets would work a treat and can be made into a seating area at the same time , depends on how much you have to spend ,.. but if using wood you bein the same position in years to come
    HiGabion baskets would work a treat and can be made into a seating area at the same time , depends on how much you have to spend ,.. but if using wood you bein the same position in years to come
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  12. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Dry, cloudy and still at the moment but we are expecting a drizzly, breezy day with a high of 13c.
    Dry, cloudy and still at the moment but we are expecting a drizzly, breezy day with a high of 13c.
    Dry, cloudy and still at the moment but we are expecting a drizzly, breezy day with a high of 13c.
    Dry, cloudy and still at the moment but we are expecting a drizzly, breezy day with a high of 13c.
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  13. BOSullivan

    MO Bactor Instant - thoughts

    We used the Granules last year and it is a slowish process though you do not really notice it because the grass justs out competes the moss. Everything just stays green, no smells or raking up...
    We used the Granules last year and it is a slowish process though you do not really notice it because the grass justs out competes the moss. Everything just stays green, no smells or raking up etc. The pack does state that if the lawns soil has a low PH its best to apply their lime some weeks...
    We used the Granules last year and it is a slowish process though you do not really notice it because the grass justs out competes the moss. Everything just stays green, no smells or raking up etc. The pack does state that if the lawns soil has...
    We used the Granules last year and it is a slowish process though you do not really notice it because the grass justs out competes the moss. Everything just stays green, no smells or raking up...
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  14. Peteski2024

    Camellia leaves brown patches

    Thanks for the reply that’s really helpful.
    Thanks for the reply that’s really helpful.
    Thanks for the reply that’s really helpful.
    Thanks for the reply that’s really helpful.
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  15. BOSullivan

    Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing

    You can do either Spring or Autumn, it really depends on whether you are happy to look at the moss and weeds over summer. Both can progress between now and Autumn, encroaching on and weakening...
    You can do either Spring or Autumn, it really depends on whether you are happy to look at the moss and weeds over summer. Both can progress between now and Autumn, encroaching on and weakening your existing grass.
    You can do either Spring or Autumn, it really depends on whether you are happy to look at the moss and weeds over summer. Both can progress between now and Autumn, encroaching on and weakening your existing grass.
    You can do either Spring or Autumn, it really depends on whether you are happy to look at the moss and weeds over summer. Both can progress between now and Autumn, encroaching on and weakening...
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  16. Andy1965

    Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!

    Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good...
    Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good or bad. Seed saved from Heirloom varieties will come true.
    Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good or bad. Seed saved from Heirloom varieties will...
    Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good...
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  17. pete

    Mushroom compost

    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was contaminated with.
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was...
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
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  18. Kevin Cowans

    Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....

    I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
    I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
    I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
    I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
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  19. JWK
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  20. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
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