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  1. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
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  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    All quiet, but cold just now.Heavy rain and strong winds overnight. It will feel like 1c.Why aren't all temps just shown as "feels like"? Then we won't go outside.
    All quiet, but cold just now.Heavy rain and strong winds overnight. It will feel like 1c.Why aren't all temps just shown as "feels like"? Then we won't go outside.
    All quiet, but cold just now.Heavy rain and strong winds overnight. It will feel like 1c.Why aren't all temps just shown as "feels like"? Then we won't go outside.
    All quiet, but cold just now.Heavy rain and strong winds overnight. It will feel like 1c.Why aren't all temps just shown as "feels like"? Then we won't go outside.
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  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.This afternoon I dusted the sitting room. It gets dusty with the wood burner but...
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.This afternoon I dusted the...
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
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  4. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
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  5. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    If you were voted in by your constituents as an MP representing a named party and you then decide to join a different party, you should be legally obliged to stand down as MP for that constituency...
    If you were voted in by your constituents as an MP representing a named party and you then decide to join a different party, you should be legally obliged to stand down as MP for that constituency until such time as you are re elected ( or not ) under your new banner. Doing otherwise makes a...
    If you were voted in by your constituents as an MP representing a named party and you then decide to join a different party, you should be legally obliged to stand down as MP for that constituency until such time as you are re elected ( or not )...
    If you were voted in by your constituents as an MP representing a named party and you then decide to join a different party, you should be legally obliged to stand down as MP for that constituency...
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  6. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't...
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't have as good a flavour.
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't have as good a flavour.
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't...
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  7. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Looks great and the new base worth every penny ! :dbgrtmb:
    Looks great and the new base worth every penny ! :dbgrtmb:
    Looks great and the new base worth every penny ! :dbgrtmb:
    Looks great and the new base worth every penny ! :dbgrtmb:
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  8. Fat Controller
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    All things automotive

    I read that this morning and then discovered that it was written by an EV-angelist think-tank.. so whilst there may well be some grains of truth in there, it is not without bias.
    I read that this morning and then discovered that it was written by an EV-angelist think-tank.. so whilst there may well be some grains of truth in there, it is not without bias.
    I read that this morning and then discovered that it was written by an EV-angelist think-tank.. so whilst there may well be some grains of truth in there, it is not without bias.
    I read that this morning and then discovered that it was written by an EV-angelist think-tank.. so whilst there may well be some grains of truth in there, it is not without bias.
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  9. Alisa

    Daphne - which variety to choose

    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
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  10. JWK
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  11. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. Best bet is to go back to the solicitor and see what...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. ...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
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  12. 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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  13. 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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  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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