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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ? :biggrin:
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ? :biggrin:
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
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  2. Selleri

    Tips and tricks for everyday life

    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
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  3. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    I had solar panels fitted this year, again done in one day. These days feed in tariffs are less than they were. Also got a large Li battery in the loft.
    I had solar panels fitted this year, again done in one day. These days feed in tariffs are less than they were. Also got a large Li battery in the loft.
    I had solar panels fitted this year, again done in one day. These days feed in tariffs are less than they were. Also got a large Li battery in the loft.
    I had solar panels fitted this year, again done in one day. These days feed in tariffs are less than they were. Also got a large Li battery in the loft.
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  4. Kedi-Gato

    Toadstools, Mushrooms, Moss, Lichen, etc

    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
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  5. BB3
    Funny x 8

    Fugitive pickled walnuts.

    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having to drink lots of cold beer to sooth it.;)
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having...
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
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  6. Allex50
    Like x 9

    Another Hello from Dorset!

    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's always lots of fun, Grab a seat, a cup of...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
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  7. JWK
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    A Joke Or Two 2025

    On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
    On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
    On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
    On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
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  8. plantgirl

    Lilac/Syringa - types of

    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that double flowers are harder for bees to navigate,...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
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  9. Adam I

    Slow release fertiliser and microplastics

    Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
    Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
    Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
    Ohhh.. and I recently bought osmocote 5-6 months to try. Another issue to be scared of....
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  10. wiseowl
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    Like x 3

    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    @simone_in_wiltshire , what is glass frost please? Is it frost on the inside? We used to get thick ice on the inside when I was a child but it is rarely seen with the type of windows that are...
    @simone_in_wiltshire , what is glass frost please? Is it frost on the inside? We used to get thick ice on the inside when I was a child but it is rarely seen with the type of windows that are common over here.It is 22f -5c so it got a little colder as the day progressed. If it is was warmer,...
    @simone_in_wiltshire , what is glass frost please? Is it frost on the inside? We used to get thick ice on the inside when I was a child but it is rarely seen with the type of windows that are common over here.It is 22f -5c so it got a little...
    @simone_in_wiltshire , what is glass frost please? Is it frost on the inside? We used to get thick ice on the inside when I was a child but it is rarely seen with the type of windows that are...
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  11. Esoxlucius

    Feeding houseplants in winter.

    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or "watery" thin long stems, everything should be just...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
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  12. hailbopp

    Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned

    I quite like Blackpool Tower. First World problem, in my view.
    I quite like Blackpool Tower. First World problem, in my view.
    I quite like Blackpool Tower. First World problem, in my view.
    I quite like Blackpool Tower. First World problem, in my view.
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  13. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 5

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but...
    Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but they must verify my account and are sending a code to my account; it doesn't arrive. Why? Because my...
    Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but they must verify my account and are sending a code...
    Like many before me, I suspect, I have been going round in ever decreasing circles. I have been trying to access the O2 help website; I tell them my SIM isn't working; they say they can help, but...
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  14. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
    When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my brain starts to work at its best, and worked...
    When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my...
    When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
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  15. Logan
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  16. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
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  17. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
    Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
    Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
    Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
    PXL_20251201_091612357.jpg Tecomaria 1 Dec 25.jpg Brugmansia 1 Dec 25.jpg andorea Jasminoides 1 Dec 25.jpg Impatiens tinctoria 4.JPG Fuchsia microphylla 3.JPG
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  18. JWK
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    What's looking Exotic 2025

    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Callistrmon 7 Jan 25.jpg Iochroma 7 Jan 25.jpg BoP 1 Jan 25.jpg Hib April Jan 25.jpg Hib Adonicus Prange 29 Dec 24.jpg Hib Double Peach2 29 Dec 24.jpg
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  19. CanadianLori

    Chillies 2026

    I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana...
    I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana gold and red aji delight. Im told they get bigger than normal chillis. not spicy. scotch bonnets are...
    I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana gold and red aji delight. Im told they get bigger...
    I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana...
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  20. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
    Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and feel home in the North East clay. :noidea:Potted up the...
    Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and...
    Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
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