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  1. Logan
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  2. BB3

    Planting a tree where an apple tree used to be.

    If the tree you are planning to plant is not one of the same family (Rosaceae), it should be fine, just do the usual preparation, stake it and keep it well watered.
    If the tree you are planning to plant is not one of the same family (Rosaceae), it should be fine, just do the usual preparation, stake it and keep it well watered.
    If the tree you are planning to plant is not one of the same family (Rosaceae), it should be fine, just do the usual preparation, stake it and keep it well watered.
    If the tree you are planning to plant is not one of the same family (Rosaceae), it should be fine, just do the usual preparation, stake it and keep it well watered.
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  3. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    @pete Looks like an escaped Zebra Finch or similar.
    @pete Looks like an escaped Zebra Finch or similar.
    @pete Looks like an escaped Zebra Finch or similar.
    @pete Looks like an escaped Zebra Finch or similar.
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  4. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    We have in excess of a foot of snow and the temperature is below 0 F at night, in the teens during the day. I found that when the weather has me stuck inside, and bored out of my skull, it helps...
    We have in excess of a foot of snow and the temperature is below 0 F at night, in the teens during the day. I found that when the weather has me stuck inside, and bored out of my skull, it helps to bake a nice loaf of sourdough bread, with caraway seeds, of course. The starter is from San...
    We have in excess of a foot of snow and the temperature is below 0 F at night, in the teens during the day. I found that when the weather has me stuck inside, and bored out of my skull, it helps to bake a nice loaf of sourdough bread, with...
    We have in excess of a foot of snow and the temperature is below 0 F at night, in the teens during the day. I found that when the weather has me stuck inside, and bored out of my skull, it helps...
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  5. ArmyAirForce
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    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    Nearer the pond, I've got four Cyclamen mixed amongst the Snowdrops. Two plants are definitely hardy Cyclamen, transplanted from the sun room patio. The other two ( pink flowers ) are some of the...
    Nearer the pond, I've got four Cyclamen mixed amongst the Snowdrops. Two plants are definitely hardy Cyclamen, transplanted from the sun room patio. The other two ( pink flowers ) are some of the plants bought at the back end of last year. I don't think they were hardy, but despite the snow and...
    Nearer the pond, I've got four Cyclamen mixed amongst the Snowdrops. Two plants are definitely hardy Cyclamen, transplanted from the sun room patio. The other two ( pink flowers ) are some of the plants bought at the back end of last year. I...
    Nearer the pond, I've got four Cyclamen mixed amongst the Snowdrops. Two plants are definitely hardy Cyclamen, transplanted from the sun room patio. The other two ( pink flowers ) are some of the...
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  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Joined up thinking is not part of the NHS philosophy.I am prescribed long term drugs by the hospital. I am prescribed other long term drugs by my GP surgery.I can renew the prescription for...
    Joined up thinking is not part of the NHS philosophy.I am prescribed long term drugs by the hospital. I am prescribed other long term drugs by my GP surgery.I can renew the prescription for the GP’s drugs using the NHS app. I can either collect them from, or have them delivered by, the...
    Joined up thinking is not part of the NHS philosophy.I am prescribed long term drugs by the hospital. I am prescribed other long term drugs by my GP surgery.I can renew the prescription for the GP’s drugs using the NHS app. I can either...
    Joined up thinking is not part of the NHS philosophy.I am prescribed long term drugs by the hospital. I am prescribed other long term drugs by my GP surgery.I can renew the prescription for...
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  7. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Eventually, they are only ever on time for wars they're starting.
    Eventually, they are only ever on time for wars they're starting.
    Eventually, they are only ever on time for wars they're starting.
    Eventually, they are only ever on time for wars they're starting.
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  8. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Slip of the pen, @Ladybird4, it’s @AuntyRach’s dad with the cataract op. It’s started to rain heavily here, full welly and waterproofs to venture outside with the fox supper, and to take the dog...
    Slip of the pen, @Ladybird4, it’s @AuntyRach’s dad with the cataract op. It’s started to rain heavily here, full welly and waterproofs to venture outside with the fox supper, and to take the dog out for a wee. More flooding forecast. No fun for those on lower ground. I think the residents of...
    Slip of the pen, @Ladybird4, it’s @AuntyRach’s dad with the cataract op. It’s started to rain heavily here, full welly and waterproofs to venture outside with the fox supper, and to take the dog out for a wee. More flooding forecast. No fun for...
    Slip of the pen, @Ladybird4, it’s @AuntyRach’s dad with the cataract op. It’s started to rain heavily here, full welly and waterproofs to venture outside with the fox supper, and to take the dog...
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  9. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvestA surplus of spuds!
    German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvestA surplus of spuds!
    German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvestA surplus of spuds!
    German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvestA surplus of spuds!
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  10. Dorset-Tim

    What to do with Droopy Cactus

    Most cacti fit that description so could you upload a photo please, also showing the part that droops. Many cacti also have a naturally pendulous habit so a photo is what we need.
    Most cacti fit that description so could you upload a photo please, also showing the part that droops. Many cacti also have a naturally pendulous habit so a photo is what we need.
    Most cacti fit that description so could you upload a photo please, also showing the part that droops. Many cacti also have a naturally pendulous habit so a photo is what we need.
    Most cacti fit that description so could you upload a photo please, also showing the part that droops. Many cacti also have a naturally pendulous habit so a photo is what we need.
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  11. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Some dry periods today gave me the chance to cut down the old raspberry stems, romneya and other things that needed a bit of discipline! Large pile for composting, but I wish my shredder hadn't...
    Some dry periods today gave me the chance to cut down the old raspberry stems, romneya and other things that needed a bit of discipline! Large pile for composting, but I wish my shredder hadn't died, as it could do with being broken up.
    Some dry periods today gave me the chance to cut down the old raspberry stems, romneya and other things that needed a bit of discipline! Large pile for composting, but I wish my shredder hadn't died, as it could do with being broken up.
    Some dry periods today gave me the chance to cut down the old raspberry stems, romneya and other things that needed a bit of discipline! Large pile for composting, but I wish my shredder hadn't...
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  12. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Thick cloud and a gentle breeze from the east south east temp 4c feels like 0c
    Thick cloud and a gentle breeze from the east south east temp 4c feels like 0c
    Thick cloud and a gentle breeze from the east south east temp 4c feels like 0c
    Thick cloud and a gentle breeze from the east south east temp 4c feels like 0c
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  13. Neil Clements

    Evening all, new here

    Welcome @Neil Clements , this is a friendly place :dancy:
    Welcome @Neil Clements , this is a friendly place :dancy:
    Welcome @Neil Clements , this is a friendly place :dancy:
    Welcome @Neil Clements , this is a friendly place :dancy:
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  14. JWK
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  15. Kevin Cowans

    Gardening Gloves Recommendation

    whatever you get, if its fabric or leather or similar, washing and storing it properly matters to its longevity! especially for thick plastic fabrics.
    whatever you get, if its fabric or leather or similar, washing and storing it properly matters to its longevity! especially for thick plastic fabrics.
    whatever you get, if its fabric or leather or similar, washing and storing it properly matters to its longevity! especially for thick plastic fabrics.
    whatever you get, if its fabric or leather or similar, washing and storing it properly matters to its longevity! especially for thick plastic fabrics.
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  16. JWK
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  17. Adam I

    Mass grafting some apples

    Thanks for the great information everyone! Glad the ones you recognized have some approval at least.Did you use whip and tounge or some other method? my plan is to do both a whip and tounge...
    Thanks for the great information everyone! Glad the ones you recognized have some approval at least.Did you use whip and tounge or some other method? my plan is to do both a whip and tounge graft and a bud graft from each scion to increase the chance theyll take.I suspected modern apples...
    Thanks for the great information everyone! Glad the ones you recognized have some approval at least.Did you use whip and tounge or some other method? my plan is to do both a whip and tounge graft and a bud graft from each scion to increase the...
    Thanks for the great information everyone! Glad the ones you recognized have some approval at least.Did you use whip and tounge or some other method? my plan is to do both a whip and tounge...
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  18. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Thanks @AnniD, dinner will have to be earlier tomorrow then!
    Thanks @AnniD, dinner will have to be earlier tomorrow then!
    Thanks @AnniD, dinner will have to be earlier tomorrow then!
    Thanks @AnniD, dinner will have to be earlier tomorrow then!
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  19. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall...
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall and wide. Its narrow, needle-like leaves, reminiscent of rosemary, are dark green and persistent....
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall and wide. Its narrow, needle-like leaves,...
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall...
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  20. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
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