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  1. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Afternoon all, it's not been too bad here, dry for a change, less wind and reasonably mild for the time of year. Did our usual walk then I changed into gardening gear and pruned what I hope is the...
    Afternoon all, it's not been too bad here, dry for a change, less wind and reasonably mild for the time of year. Did our usual walk then I changed into gardening gear and pruned what I hope is the last rose, cleared leaves around the magnolia because the lovely tiny blue squills are peeping...
    Afternoon all, it's not been too bad here, dry for a change, less wind and reasonably mild for the time of year. Did our usual walk then I changed into gardening gear and pruned what I hope is the last rose, cleared leaves around the magnolia...
    Afternoon all, it's not been too bad here, dry for a change, less wind and reasonably mild for the time of year. Did our usual walk then I changed into gardening gear and pruned what I hope is the...
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  2. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Shiney land will be looking even shinier soon.:) @Plantminded no joke I've seen smaller timber frame ones going for more than I paid for my first flat.
    Shiney land will be looking even shinier soon.:) @Plantminded no joke I've seen smaller timber frame ones going for more than I paid for my first flat.
    Shiney land will be looking even shinier soon.:) @Plantminded no joke I've seen smaller timber frame ones going for more than I paid for my first flat.
    Shiney land will be looking even shinier soon.:) @Plantminded no joke I've seen smaller timber frame ones going for more than I paid for my first flat.
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  3. BB3
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    What an eejit!

    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some miracle, they managed to throw the kids and luggage...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
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  4. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Big moan - 7 years ago bought house with solar panels on the roof. Thought they might need serviced. Phoned the original installer. They wanted a lawyers letter stating the purchase of the house...
    Big moan - 7 years ago bought house with solar panels on the roof. Thought they might need serviced. Phoned the original installer. They wanted a lawyers letter stating the purchase of the house included the solar panels. I received a non explanation reply to my query about this. Obviously not...
    Big moan - 7 years ago bought house with solar panels on the roof. Thought they might need serviced. Phoned the original installer. They wanted a lawyers letter stating the purchase of the house included the solar panels. I received a non...
    Big moan - 7 years ago bought house with solar panels on the roof. Thought they might need serviced. Phoned the original installer. They wanted a lawyers letter stating the purchase of the house...
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  5. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    It's a long story :) First of all, tomatoes are delicious, I can eat loads in salads as main's side or just snacking straight from the greenhouse, or have a large beefy tomato to replace a meal. For...
    It's a long story :) First of all, tomatoes are delicious, I can eat loads in salads as main's side or just snacking straight from the greenhouse, or have a large beefy tomato to replace a meal. For example, your Sungold: no cherry varieties sold in supermarket can beat the intensity of flavour....
    It's a long story :) First of all, tomatoes are delicious, I can eat loads in salads as main's side or just snacking straight from the greenhouse, or have a large beefy tomato to replace a meal. For example, your Sungold: no cherry varieties sold...
    It's a long story :) First of all, tomatoes are delicious, I can eat loads in salads as main's side or just snacking straight from the greenhouse, or have a large beefy tomato to replace a meal. For...
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  6. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Galanthus "Grumpy"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming" inner markings
    Galanthus "Grumpy"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming" inner markings
    Galanthus "Grumpy"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming" inner markings
    Galanthus "Grumpy"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming"Galanthus plicatus "Trymming" inner markings
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  7. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Given that Reform has yet another Tory MP defecting to it; isn't Nigel Farage now obliged to make the Chairman and Leader of the Tory Party a cash offer for the remaining rump of Tory...
    Given that Reform has yet another Tory MP defecting to it; isn't Nigel Farage now obliged to make the Chairman and Leader of the Tory Party a cash offer for the remaining rump of Tory MPs. Certainly if they were publicly quoted companies then once one holds over a certain % of the shares of the...
    Given that Reform has yet another Tory MP defecting to it; isn't Nigel Farage now obliged to make the Chairman and Leader of the Tory Party a cash offer for the remaining rump of Tory MPs. Certainly if they were publicly quoted companies then...
    Given that Reform has yet another Tory MP defecting to it; isn't Nigel Farage now obliged to make the Chairman and Leader of the Tory Party a cash offer for the remaining rump of Tory...
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  8. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Not a chance of finishing today.
    Not a chance of finishing today.
    Not a chance of finishing today.
    Not a chance of finishing today.
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  9. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
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  10. Kevin Cowans

    My Garden Progress

    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
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  11. Fat Controller
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    All things automotive

    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
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  12. Alisa

    Daphne - which variety to choose

    I was wrong about the second one.I found the second one on the Parkers websiteDaphne Eternal Fragrance
    I was wrong about the second one.I found the second one on the Parkers websiteDaphne Eternal Fragrance
    I was wrong about the second one.I found the second one on the Parkers websiteDaphne Eternal Fragrance
    I was wrong about the second one.I found the second one on the Parkers websiteDaphne Eternal Fragrance
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  13. JWK
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  14. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
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  15. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love reading about plant purchases. And even more so...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
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  16. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
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  17. Tidemark
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    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle of wine, which allows me to do my famous party...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
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  18. TheMadHedger

    Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?

    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor your neighbour can definitey prove one way or another...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
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  19. Logan
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  20. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026

    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
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