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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Ladybird4
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
I am exactly the same @Plantminded Actually there have been quite a few cases where I went off plants and they just happened to fail soon afterwards... I wonder if I might be sleepwalking and...
I am exactly the same @Plantminded Actually there have been quite a few cases where I went off plants and they just happened to fail soon afterwards... I wonder if I might be sleepwalking and pouring vinegar or herbicide on plants I no longer like At the first sign something is going wrong...
I am exactly the same @Plantminded Actually there have been quite a few cases where I went off plants and they just happened to fail soon afterwards... I wonder if I might be sleepwalking and pouring vinegar or herbicide on plants I no longer...
I am exactly the same @Plantminded Actually there have been quite a few cases where I went off plants and they just happened to fail soon afterwards... I wonder if I might be sleepwalking and...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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CostasK
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:12 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called "Holes?* "When cheese gets its picture taken, what does it say?* Why are a wise man and a wise guy...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called "Holes?* "When cheese gets its picture taken, what...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Fat Controller
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 13, 2026 at 7:49 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
My seeds are germinating at a crazy rate! I've got loads of room in my cellar tents. They have heat mats and lights and fans and I can burp/exhaust the tents using an air duct fan.It's too...
My seeds are germinating at a crazy rate! I've got loads of room in my cellar tents. They have heat mats and lights and fans and I can burp/exhaust the tents using an air duct fan.It's too chilly down there to not have heat. The two 24x48 inch mats are controlled by inkbird thermostats....
My seeds are germinating at a crazy rate! I've got loads of room in my cellar tents. They have heat mats and lights and fans and I can burp/exhaust the tents using an air duct fan.It's too chilly down there to not have heat. The two 24x48...
My seeds are germinating at a crazy rate! I've got loads of room in my cellar tents. They have heat mats and lights and fans and I can burp/exhaust the tents using an air duct fan.It's too...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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CanadianLori
Feb 13, 2026 at 7:37 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
@Obelix-Vendée it has just recently been announced (news from America) that in America Gallup are no longer going to be putting a question in their surveys asking about their thoughts on the...
@Obelix-Vendée it has just recently been announced (news from America) that in America Gallup are no longer going to be putting a question in their surveys asking about their thoughts on the current government. The theory, and it is just a theory at the moment, is that they have had pressure...
@Obelix-Vendée it has just recently been announced (news from America) that in America Gallup are no longer going to be putting a question in their surveys asking about their thoughts on the current government. The theory, and it is just a...
@Obelix-Vendée it has just recently been announced (news from America) that in America Gallup are no longer going to be putting a question in their surveys asking about their thoughts on the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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shiney
Feb 13, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Whaaattt?
I think whoever buys the property will for ever be answering the doorbell to folk who want to know about the tree’s state of health.
I think whoever buys the property will for ever be answering the doorbell to folk who want to know about the tree’s state of health.
I think whoever buys the property will for ever be answering the doorbell to folk who want to know about the tree’s state of health.
I think whoever buys the property will for ever be answering the doorbell to folk who want to know about the tree’s state of health.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 334 335 336
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Tidemark
Feb 13, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 70 71 72
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Selleri
Feb 13, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Plantminded
Feb 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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wiseowl
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
What is this Weed?
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in...

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form of cover for each container. A few sticks in each...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Old apple trees and water shoots
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and leaves being taken out. The reason winter pruning...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Greenlion66, Feb 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM, Trees
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Allotment Boy
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Partial screening suggestions
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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Golarne
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white lilies and dahlia David Howard please". Unfortunately to non-gardeners, if the pack says "spider lily"...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white lilies and dahlia David Howard please". Unfortunately...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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CarolineL
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone...
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone blandaViolasScilla hohenackerii
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone blandaViolasScilla hohenackerii
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 13, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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hi2u_uk
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.

Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
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CanadianLori
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Friendly
Feb 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM

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