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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I have never swum in the sea again since I was lucky to be able to do so in Bermuda.Soft pink sand and warm sea. However the sea there is very rough with fairly sizeable waves. I had my bikini...
    I have never swum in the sea again since I was lucky to be able to do so in Bermuda.Soft pink sand and warm sea. However the sea there is very rough with fairly sizeable waves. I had my bikini on and had a lovely tan so I thought I was looking cool. So there I am in the sea where I was...
    I have never swum in the sea again since I was lucky to be able to do so in Bermuda.Soft pink sand and warm sea. However the sea there is very rough with fairly sizeable waves. I had my bikini on and had a lovely tan so I thought I was looking...
    I have never swum in the sea again since I was lucky to be able to do so in Bermuda.Soft pink sand and warm sea. However the sea there is very rough with fairly sizeable waves. I had my bikini...
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  2. BB3

    Did I plant this?

    Definitely Erigeron K. I hacked back a load of it yesterday because it was growing where there are crocuses and dwarf daffs coming through and I want to be able to see them. The Erigeron is a bit...
    Definitely Erigeron K. I hacked back a load of it yesterday because it was growing where there are crocuses and dwarf daffs coming through and I want to be able to see them. The Erigeron is a bit of a thug here and self-seeds all over so it's no great loss if I've killed that particular patch of...
    Definitely Erigeron K. I hacked back a load of it yesterday because it was growing where there are crocuses and dwarf daffs coming through and I want to be able to see them. The Erigeron is a bit of a thug here and self-seeds all over so it's no...
    Definitely Erigeron K. I hacked back a load of it yesterday because it was growing where there are crocuses and dwarf daffs coming through and I want to be able to see them. The Erigeron is a bit...
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It seems to affect the northern hemisphere apart from Greenland, Iceland and and Western Europe @CanadianLori My sister is currently at the Baltic Sea near the Polish border and the sea is...
    It seems to affect the northern hemisphere apart from Greenland, Iceland and and Western Europe @CanadianLori My sister is currently at the Baltic Sea near the Polish border and the sea is freezing gradually.My mother hasn’t been able to leave the house for days, because the capital of...
    It seems to affect the northern hemisphere apart from Greenland, Iceland and and Western Europe @CanadianLori My sister is currently at the Baltic Sea near the Polish border and the sea is freezing gradually.My mother hasn’t been able to...
    It seems to affect the northern hemisphere apart from Greenland, Iceland and and Western Europe @CanadianLori My sister is currently at the Baltic Sea near the Polish border and the sea is...
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  4. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    I was recently looking at buying one, purple stem, but wasn't sure it would like the heat.
    I was recently looking at buying one, purple stem, but wasn't sure it would like the heat.
    I was recently looking at buying one, purple stem, but wasn't sure it would like the heat.
    I was recently looking at buying one, purple stem, but wasn't sure it would like the heat.
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  5. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Or deluged :biggrin:.
    Or deluged :biggrin:.
    Or deluged :biggrin:.
    Or deluged :biggrin:.
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    Where to go and what can I expect

    Thanks Plantminded. There have been a few comments on Amazon that it no longer worked after a few days. There has been 1 fox but not every night. There have two nights with no visitors at all or...
    Thanks Plantminded. There have been a few comments on Amazon that it no longer worked after a few days. There has been 1 fox but not every night. There have two nights with no visitors at all or only one of the cats. I closed another entry this morning. It was the last remaining possibility to...
    Thanks Plantminded. There have been a few comments on Amazon that it no longer worked after a few days. There has been 1 fox but not every night. There have two nights with no visitors at all or only one of the cats. I closed another entry this...
    Thanks Plantminded. There have been a few comments on Amazon that it no longer worked after a few days. There has been 1 fox but not every night. There have two nights with no visitors at all or...
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  7. nightofjoy

    Complete re-hash of our first owned garden.

    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
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  8. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Oh what a stunning picture Thank you so much for sharing it with us. I hope that you have success with the rooted rose cutting The decks are now cleared for tomorrow's work to be done. I hope it...
    Oh what a stunning picture Thank you so much for sharing it with us. I hope that you have success with the rooted rose cutting The decks are now cleared for tomorrow's work to be done. I hope it isn't too cold tomorrow whilst this installation is taking place.
    Oh what a stunning picture Thank you so much for sharing it with us. I hope that you have success with the rooted rose cutting The decks are now cleared for tomorrow's work to be done. I hope it isn't too cold tomorrow whilst this installation...
    Oh what a stunning picture Thank you so much for sharing it with us. I hope that you have success with the rooted rose cutting The decks are now cleared for tomorrow's work to be done. I hope it...
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  9. shiney
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  10. Sheal
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    Household tips

    You know the feeling when your house strongly recommends some decisive action to be taken without any further delay?Do not procrastinate, just get up and go for a nice walk in the spring...
    You know the feeling when your house strongly recommends some decisive action to be taken without any further delay?Do not procrastinate, just get up and go for a nice walk in the spring sunshine and have a glass of wine with your lunch.I feel much better now :heehee:
    You know the feeling when your house strongly recommends some decisive action to be taken without any further delay?Do not procrastinate, just get up and go for a nice walk in the spring sunshine and have a glass of wine with your lunch.I...
    You know the feeling when your house strongly recommends some decisive action to be taken without any further delay?Do not procrastinate, just get up and go for a nice walk in the spring...
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  11. Neil Clements
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    Evening all, new here

    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
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  12. shiney
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    FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    AS THE WINNER OF THE JANUARY COMPETITION FAT CONTROLLER HAS CHOSEN THE FEBRUARY THEME:star: 'It makes me smile' :star:In Fat Controller's own words:- Anything that has made you smile, be it flora, fauna,...
    AS THE WINNER OF THE JANUARY COMPETITION FAT CONTROLLER HAS CHOSEN THE FEBRUARY THEME:star: 'It makes me smile' :star:In Fat Controller's own words:- Anything that has made you smile, be it flora, fauna, pets, weather, food, holidays (new greenhouses) etc?Red Colobus Monkey, Zanzibar(Just an...
    AS THE WINNER OF THE JANUARY COMPETITION FAT CONTROLLER HAS CHOSEN THE FEBRUARY THEME:star: 'It makes me smile' :star:In Fat Controller's own words:- Anything that has made you smile, be it flora, fauna, pets, weather, food, holidays (new greenhouses)...
    AS THE WINNER OF THE JANUARY COMPETITION FAT CONTROLLER HAS CHOSEN THE FEBRUARY THEME:star: 'It makes me smile' :star:In Fat Controller's own words:- Anything that has made you smile, be it flora, fauna,...
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  13. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    This is really me Yesterday i was going to use the microwave, i put some baked beans in a bowl and opened the microwave door put it in closed the door. Set the power and pressed the start button....
    This is really me Yesterday i was going to use the microwave, i put some baked beans in a bowl and opened the microwave door put it in closed the door. Set the power and pressed the start button. I kept pressing it but it wouldn't start. Told hubby and he tried it and put the time in first and...
    This is really me Yesterday i was going to use the microwave, i put some baked beans in a bowl and opened the microwave door put it in closed the door. Set the power and pressed the start button. I kept pressing it but it wouldn't start. Told...
    This is really me Yesterday i was going to use the microwave, i put some baked beans in a bowl and opened the microwave door put it in closed the door. Set the power and pressed the start button....
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  14. Selleri

    A happy little Rose problem

    That would be fine for 2 or 3 years so long as you keep them watered in hot weather. Terracotta pots dry out faster than plastic ones. Don't forget to feed them either. Ideally 60cm pots would be...
    That would be fine for 2 or 3 years so long as you keep them watered in hot weather. Terracotta pots dry out faster than plastic ones. Don't forget to feed them either. Ideally 60cm pots would be better for bigger roses but the David Austin website says from 45cm. Do you have a patio big enough?
    That would be fine for 2 or 3 years so long as you keep them watered in hot weather. Terracotta pots dry out faster than plastic ones. Don't forget to feed them either. Ideally 60cm pots would be better for bigger roses but the David Austin...
    That would be fine for 2 or 3 years so long as you keep them watered in hot weather. Terracotta pots dry out faster than plastic ones. Don't forget to feed them either. Ideally 60cm pots would be...
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  15. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
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  16. Spruce
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    All you want to know about hedgehogs....

    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
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  17. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    I saw lots of Snowdrops on my journey yesterday. Unfortunately it was raining so I couldn't take many photos ...
    I saw lots of Snowdrops on my journey yesterday. Unfortunately it was raining so I couldn't take many photos ...
    I saw lots of Snowdrops on my journey yesterday. Unfortunately it was raining so I couldn't take many photos ...
    I saw lots of Snowdrops on my journey yesterday. Unfortunately it was raining so I couldn't take many photos ...
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  18. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    And, if nothing else will brighten your mood, there is always pizza to the rescue.
    And, if nothing else will brighten your mood, there is always pizza to the rescue.
    And, if nothing else will brighten your mood, there is always pizza to the rescue.
    And, if nothing else will brighten your mood, there is always pizza to the rescue.
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  19. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    I actually unsubscribed to him. It was a bit petty but there was an issue with the sound in one of their videos which a bunch of people acknowledged and they chose to ignore.I noticed that on...
    I actually unsubscribed to him. It was a bit petty but there was an issue with the sound in one of their videos which a bunch of people acknowledged and they chose to ignore.I noticed that on another gardening channel recently. The sound was off - as in, it only played in one ear which is no...
    I actually unsubscribed to him. It was a bit petty but there was an issue with the sound in one of their videos which a bunch of people acknowledged and they chose to ignore.I noticed that on another gardening channel recently. The sound was...
    I actually unsubscribed to him. It was a bit petty but there was an issue with the sound in one of their videos which a bunch of people acknowledged and they chose to ignore.I noticed that on...
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  20. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Buying Valentines chocolates on February 15th is best. :)
    Buying Valentines chocolates on February 15th is best. :)
    Buying Valentines chocolates on February 15th is best. :)
    Buying Valentines chocolates on February 15th is best. :)
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