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What's your weather like 2026
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 139 140 141
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to be out of the EU, but am not adverse to visitors.
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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ViewAhead
Mar 31, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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On the Levels
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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Chillies 2026
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.

CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Rat problem
We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2...
We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2 years ago so cats were reticent about visiting our plot.There are foxes about too but not catching rats!
We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2 years ago so cats were reticent about visiting our...
We have 2 cats of our own tho only one hunts and she does small rodents, not rats. The other is clueless. There are farm cats just behind us and feral cats too but we had dogs until almost 2...
zebrina, Mar 30, 2026 at 12:50 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:43 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
Hoster's
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found loads hidden under the pots.
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found...
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Camellia leaves brown patches
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
Peteski2024, Mar 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Peteski2024
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Whaaattt?
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! It's beyond belief.
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! ...
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 409 410 411
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree specialists. Who'd have thunk it! Now I am going to have...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 89 90 91
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Ladybird4
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us.
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us. ...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:34 PM
MO Bactor Instant - thoughts
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:59 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
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. This encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape...
That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. This encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and flowers are looking good and just remove the flowers and stems when they start to look tatty mid...
That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. This encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape and flowers are looking good and just remove the...
That’s fine @Friendly, although they are evergreen they can be cut done every year to keep them under control. This encourages fresh new growth and better flowering. I leave mine when the shape...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 40 41 42
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Plantminded
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:34 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 92 93 94
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Pyracantha removal
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Removing Ivy from Fence and ground
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:22 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as suggested in my earlier post, reseed the...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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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