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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good afternoon all.I didn’t post on here yesterday for some reason. Well no dramas or excitement to report anyway. It’s a gorgeous clear and dry day here so I might even do two walks today! I’m...
Good afternoon all.I didn’t post on here yesterday for some reason. Well no dramas or excitement to report anyway. It’s a gorgeous clear and dry day here so I might even do two walks today! I’m hoping all this effort to do my walks is paying off now so I’ll be fitter when I go back to work in...
Good afternoon all.I didn’t post on here yesterday for some reason. Well no dramas or excitement to report anyway. It’s a gorgeous clear and dry day here so I might even do two walks today! I’m hoping all this effort to do my walks is paying...
Good afternoon all.I didn’t post on here yesterday for some reason. Well no dramas or excitement to report anyway. It’s a gorgeous clear and dry day here so I might even do two walks today! I’m...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 27 28 29
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AuntyRach
Jan 28, 2026 at 1:29 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Suns out, winds gone, 6 degrees............................and snow forecast, so no, Spring is not yet on the way, but the Snow Droops look lovely in the garden in the sunshine.
Suns out, winds gone, 6 degrees............................and snow forecast, so no, Spring is not yet on the way, but the Snow Droops look lovely in the garden in the sunshine.
Suns out, winds gone, 6 degrees............................and snow forecast, so no, Spring is not yet on the way, but the Snow Droops look lovely in the garden in the sunshine.
Suns out, winds gone, 6 degrees............................and snow forecast, so no, Spring is not yet on the way, but the Snow Droops look lovely in the garden in the sunshine.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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burnie
Jan 28, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Any tips on splitting Aruncas.
Sorry to come to this late but we have been away on holiday. You are doing a brilliant job with managing to pot up so many plants. I used to split Aruncus using my sharp edged spade and had to...
Sorry to come to this late but we have been away on holiday. You are doing a brilliant job with managing to pot up so many plants. I used to split Aruncus using my sharp edged spade and had to use a sledge hammer on the spade to knock it right through.I now leave that sort of thing to...
Sorry to come to this late but we have been away on holiday. You are doing a brilliant job with managing to pot up so many plants. I used to split Aruncus using my sharp edged spade and had to use a sledge hammer on the spade to knock it right...
Sorry to come to this late but we have been away on holiday. You are doing a brilliant job with managing to pot up so many plants. I used to split Aruncus using my sharp edged spade and had to...
hailbopp, Jan 20, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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shiney
Jan 28, 2026 at 6:35 AM
Daphne - which variety to choose
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks better on neutral to acid conditions. Mine are...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...

Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants ... 2
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Mrs Hillard
Jan 27, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
“And they never disturbed any plants - he's in the top righthand corner” Hmm well that cannot be said about Bella now more appropriately called Beezer.During the many hours of potting up for...
“And they never disturbed any plants - he's in the top righthand corner” Hmm well that cannot be said about Bella now more appropriately called Beezer.During the many hours of potting up for my charity plant sale she appears to “ help”. The help consists of her pushing potted up plants off...
“And they never disturbed any plants - he's in the top righthand corner” Hmm well that cannot be said about Bella now more appropriately called Beezer.During the many hours of potting up for my charity plant sale she appears to “ help”. The...
“And they never disturbed any plants - he's in the top righthand corner” Hmm well that cannot be said about Bella now more appropriately called Beezer.During the many hours of potting up for...

shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 13 14 15
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hailbopp
Jan 27, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take pictures of two Robins.Last week, when we had sunshine and the tit couple was looking for...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take pictures of two Robins.Last week, when we...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 27, 2026 at 4:52 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
A very wet hellebore
A very wet hellebore
A very wet hellebore
A very wet hellebore

Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Friendly
Jan 27, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
After it rained for hours, I seized the opportunity to get screws into the wood of the VegTrug. The foxes had managed to break off one board while jumping over the fence. Since I found a way to...
After it rained for hours, I seized the opportunity to get screws into the wood of the VegTrug. The foxes had managed to break off one board while jumping over the fence. Since I found a way to minimise the foxes tremendously, I have new hopes for using the VegTrug again. I have only to order a...
After it rained for hours, I seized the opportunity to get screws into the wood of the VegTrug. The foxes had managed to break off one board while jumping over the fence. Since I found a way to minimise the foxes tremendously, I have new hopes...
After it rained for hours, I seized the opportunity to get screws into the wood of the VegTrug. The foxes had managed to break off one board while jumping over the fence. Since I found a way to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 27, 2026 at 1:11 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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pete
Jan 28, 2026 at 8:58 AM
Lilac
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
plantgirl, Jan 26, 2026 at 6:52 PM, Other Plants
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plantgirl
Jan 26, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Whaaattt?
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were having problems with claims was to get their MP to phone DWP. It was amazing just how quickly...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were having problems with claims was to get their MP...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 331 332 333
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KT53
Jan 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
I first tried Maskotka a couple of years ago as I was given some seeds. They did do well but at present I tend to concentrate on Sungold and Black/Chocolate cherry. GH space is limited and it is...
I first tried Maskotka a couple of years ago as I was given some seeds. They did do well but at present I tend to concentrate on Sungold and Black/Chocolate cherry. GH space is limited and it is entirely due to weather conditions if I can get any decent results outside. I have always grown...
I first tried Maskotka a couple of years ago as I was given some seeds. They did do well but at present I tend to concentrate on Sungold and Black/Chocolate cherry. GH space is limited and it is entirely due to weather conditions if I can get...
I first tried Maskotka a couple of years ago as I was given some seeds. They did do well but at present I tend to concentrate on Sungold and Black/Chocolate cherry. GH space is limited and it is...
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Philippa
Jan 27, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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What an eejit!
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
BB3, Jan 21, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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BB3
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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All things automotive
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3
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Fat Controller
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:10 PM
My Garden Progress
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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JennyJB
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 9 10 11
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Bluejayway
Jan 28, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn

shiney, Jan 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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Penny_Forthem
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
After sitting out in the wind and rain all night ...I have not re-potted it yet . letting it rest first.
After sitting out in the wind and rain all night ...I have not re-potted it yet . letting it rest first.
After sitting out in the wind and rain all night ...I have not re-potted it yet . letting it rest first.
After sitting out in the wind and rain all night ...I have not re-potted it yet . letting it rest first.

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Victoria
Jan 28, 2026 at 12:11 PM
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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.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. It is such a basic thing and there are millions of over 70s required to do regular updates.
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. It is such a basic thing and there are...
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 23 24 25
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ViewAhead
Jan 27, 2026 at 6:50 PM

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