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  1. 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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  2. Logan
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  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    We have a working loo.... phew Very pleasant young chap, who called this morning, assessed the problem, got the part and we're now flushed with success! I thought him quite reasonable, at...
    We have a working loo.... phew Very pleasant young chap, who called this morning, assessed the problem, got the part and we're now flushed with success! I thought him quite reasonable, at £70. And we have a date for the fitting of our new doors, end of Feb. The dogs will go to...
    We have a working loo.... phew Very pleasant young chap, who called this morning, assessed the problem, got the part and we're now flushed with success! I thought him quite reasonable, at £70. And we have a date for the fitting of our new doors,...
    We have a working loo.... phew Very pleasant young chap, who called this morning, assessed the problem, got the part and we're now flushed with success! I thought him quite reasonable, at...
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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
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  7. 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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  8. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    I waded through the smow to clear off the bird feeder and the table slung under, then over to clear snow from some solar panels and it got up to my hips. 29" so it is not as high at the greenhouse...
    I waded through the smow to clear off the bird feeder and the table slung under, then over to clear snow from some solar panels and it got up to my hips. 29" so it is not as high at the greenhouse door as out in the garden.I can't be bothered weeding so I'll just take a snow day from gardening. :heehee:
    I waded through the smow to clear off the bird feeder and the table slung under, then over to clear snow from some solar panels and it got up to my hips. 29" so it is not as high at the greenhouse door as out in the garden.I can't be bothered...
    I waded through the smow to clear off the bird feeder and the table slung under, then over to clear snow from some solar panels and it got up to my hips. 29" so it is not as high at the greenhouse...
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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...
    Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her Saturday, i wonder if it was that, would it take...
    Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her...
    Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...
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  12. 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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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. JWK
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  16. 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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  17. madpenguin

    Succulent ID please.

    I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
    I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
    I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
    I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
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  18. 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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  19. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
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  20. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
    Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
    Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
    Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
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