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Rats hate disturbance, so I would make your presence known. Move things about, block their holes and make a noise. If you are a male then urine can put them off, the old boys pee around their...
Rats hate disturbance, so I would make your presence known. Move things about, block their holes and make a noise. If you are a male then urine can put them off, the old boys pee around their sweetcorn down our allotments and it does seem to deter the rats which are numerous nearby.We get...
Rats hate disturbance, so I would make your presence known. Move things about, block their holes and make a noise. If you are a male then urine can put them off, the old boys pee around their sweetcorn down our allotments and it does seem to...
Rats hate disturbance, so I would make your presence known. Move things about, block their holes and make a noise. If you are a male then urine can put them off, the old boys pee around their...
zebrina, Mar 30, 2026 at 12:50 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Thevictorian
Apr 1, 2026 at 10:39 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Dull and still this morning.
Dull and still this morning.
Dull and still this morning.
Dull and still this morning.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 138 139 140
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JennyJB
Apr 1, 2026 at 10:26 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Well I just had a bit of luck, I went out to retrieve my neighbour's bin and discovered it has not yet been emptied so obviously across the Lane has been done but the Cres I'm in has to cleared...
Well I just had a bit of luck, I went out to retrieve my neighbour's bin and discovered it has not yet been emptied so obviously across the Lane has been done but the Cres I'm in has to cleared yet. I was able therefore to get my general waste bin out for emptying. I tracked down my door wreath...
Well I just had a bit of luck, I went out to retrieve my neighbour's bin and discovered it has not yet been emptied so obviously across the Lane has been done but the Cres I'm in has to cleared yet. I was able therefore to get my general waste...
Well I just had a bit of luck, I went out to retrieve my neighbour's bin and discovered it has not yet been emptied so obviously across the Lane has been done but the Cres I'm in has to cleared...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 89 90 91
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Ladybird4
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:56 AM
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APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
AS THE WINNER OF THE MARCH COMPETITION Scroggin HAS CHOSEN THE APRIL THEMEIn Scroggin's very apt words:- With all the gloom and doom in the news at the moment I'd like my theme to be ...
AS THE WINNER OF THE MARCH COMPETITION Scroggin HAS CHOSEN THE APRIL THEMEIn Scroggin's very apt words:- With all the gloom and doom in the news at the moment I'd like my theme to be "Something that lifts the spirits" Someone is happy(In Hoi-An, just an example taken by Shiney - not in...
AS THE WINNER OF THE MARCH COMPETITION Scroggin HAS CHOSEN THE APRIL THEMEIn Scroggin's very apt words:- With all the gloom and doom in the news at the moment I'd like my theme to be "Something that lifts the spirits" Someone is happy(In...
AS THE WINNER OF THE MARCH COMPETITION Scroggin HAS CHOSEN THE APRIL THEMEIn Scroggin's very apt words:- With all the gloom and doom in the news at the moment I'd like my theme to be ...

shiney, Apr 1, 2026 at 9:54 AM, Photo Competitions
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shiney
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Red Bull ... Energy Drinks
T'other Half bought a couple of Red Bull so I tried one yesterday. It reminded me of Elderflower Wine.I like two shots of Rum to one can of diet Coke and that takes me two hours...
T'other Half bought a couple of Red Bull so I tried one yesterday. It reminded me of Elderflower Wine.I like two shots of Rum to one can of diet Coke and that takes me two hours sipping.[/I]@simone_in_wiltshire I love salad, but don't fancy it for breakfast. I have orange, apple or...
T'other Half bought a couple of Red Bull so I tried one yesterday. It reminded me of Elderflower Wine.I like two shots of Rum to one can of diet Coke and that takes me two hours sipping.[/I]@simone_in_wiltshire I love salad, but don't...
T'other Half bought a couple of Red Bull so I tried one yesterday. It reminded me of Elderflower Wine.I like two shots of Rum to one can of diet Coke and that takes me two hours...
Victoria, Mar 31, 2026 at 4:42 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Victoria
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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RESULT OF THE MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Well done @Scroggin
Well done @Scroggin
Well done @Scroggin
Well done @Scroggin
shiney, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:41 AM, Photo Competitions
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JWK
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:14 AM
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Migration to NEW software & server
I will ask @Jiffy
I will ask @Jiffy
I will ask @Jiffy
I will ask @Jiffy
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
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JWK
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Why not?
Maybe a marketing opportunity for compost sellers. “A free terramation with every ten bags bought.”
Maybe a marketing opportunity for compost sellers. “A free terramation with every ten bags bought.”
Maybe a marketing opportunity for compost sellers. “A free terramation with every ten bags bought.”
Maybe a marketing opportunity for compost sellers. “A free terramation with every ten bags bought.”
Tidemark, Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM, Container Gardening
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Tidemark
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:36 AM
Hoster's
@Stephen Southwest may I ask why you advise against pellets for pots? Just curious
@Stephen Southwest may I ask why you advise against pellets for pots? Just curious
@Stephen Southwest may I ask why you advise against pellets for pots? Just curious
@Stephen Southwest may I ask why you advise against pellets for pots? Just curious
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2 3
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CarolineL
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:18 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Noticed tulips coming into flower, paeonias are coming through and one has a flower bud that will open soon, Paeonia lutes is in leaf and flowers are about to open, aquilegia will be flowering in...
Noticed tulips coming into flower, paeonias are coming through and one has a flower bud that will open soon, Paeonia lutes is in leaf and flowers are about to open, aquilegia will be flowering in the next few days as will Arum maculatum.
Noticed tulips coming into flower, paeonias are coming through and one has a flower bud that will open soon, Paeonia lutes is in leaf and flowers are about to open, aquilegia will be flowering in the next few days as will Arum maculatum.
Noticed tulips coming into flower, paeonias are coming through and one has a flower bud that will open soon, Paeonia lutes is in leaf and flowers are about to open, aquilegia will be flowering in...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 39 40 41
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NigelJ
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
Thank you ... Dog's Mercury is common in the hedgerows for miles around. I didn't know about it being an indicator of an ancient woodland, that's interesting
Thank you ... Dog's Mercury is common in the hedgerows for miles around. I didn't know about it being an indicator of an ancient woodland, that's interesting
Thank you ... Dog's Mercury is common in the hedgerows for miles around. I didn't know about it being an indicator of an ancient woodland, that's interesting
Thank you ... Dog's Mercury is common in the hedgerows for miles around. I didn't know about it being an indicator of an ancient woodland, that's interesting
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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Michael Hewett
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:42 AM
Mushroom compost
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 2
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:22 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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Ladybird4
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:21 AM
Holly fern cyrtomium fortunei
I have one of these, it came up in a packet of mixed spores that I bought from T&M about 40 yrs ago. It appears to be a darker green than most pictures I can find.It tends to struggle in dry...
I have one of these, it came up in a packet of mixed spores that I bought from T&M about 40 yrs ago. It appears to be a darker green than most pictures I can find.It tends to struggle in dry summers and cold winters but has always survived.
I have one of these, it came up in a packet of mixed spores that I bought from T&M about 40 yrs ago. It appears to be a darker green than most pictures I can find.It tends to struggle in dry summers and cold winters but has always survived.
I have one of these, it came up in a packet of mixed spores that I bought from T&M about 40 yrs ago. It appears to be a darker green than most pictures I can find.It tends to struggle in dry...
Friendly, Mar 31, 2026 at 9:33 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:03 AM
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Seed Sowing This Month April
New Thread
New Thread
New Thread
New Thread
wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM, Propagation This Month
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wiseowl
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Old Thread What's Looking Good March 2026Tulips have at last opened
Old Thread What's Looking Good March 2026Tulips have at last opened
Old Thread What's Looking Good March 2026Tulips have at last opened
Old Thread What's Looking Good March 2026Tulips have at last opened

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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wiseowl
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM
Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Allotment Boy
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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strongylodon
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Whaaattt?
PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 408 409 410
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KT53
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:28 PM

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