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What's your weather like 2026
It was dry earlier this morning (wet and puddly on the ground though), but it's started raining again.
It was dry earlier this morning (wet and puddly on the ground though), but it's started raining again.
It was dry earlier this morning (wet and puddly on the ground though), but it's started raining again.
It was dry earlier this morning (wet and puddly on the ground though), but it's started raining again.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 58 59 60
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JennyJB
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:42 PM
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Electric cars.
I read the China is banning retractable door handles from next year.As for carrying a hammer, I remember back in my school days I had a friend who’s mum put a mini hammer in each bedroom so they...
I read the China is banning retractable door handles from next year.As for carrying a hammer, I remember back in my school days I had a friend who’s mum put a mini hammer in each bedroom so they could break the double glazing in the event of a fire.
I read the China is banning retractable door handles from next year.As for carrying a hammer, I remember back in my school days I had a friend who’s mum put a mini hammer in each bedroom so they could break the double glazing in the event of a...
I read the China is banning retractable door handles from next year.As for carrying a hammer, I remember back in my school days I had a friend who’s mum put a mini hammer in each bedroom so they...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 184 185 186
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Emptyheadtime
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
More rain here and thunder too plus strong winds. It is unbelievably wet out there. Been to La Tranche this morning. We are at the outer limits of the Marais Poitevin here and I've never seen...
More rain here and thunder too plus strong winds. It is unbelievably wet out there. Been to La Tranche this morning. We are at the outer limits of the Marais Poitevin here and I've never seen the dykes so full or the fields between so flooded. Found a beautiful purple hellebore in the...
More rain here and thunder too plus strong winds. It is unbelievably wet out there. Been to La Tranche this morning. We are at the outer limits of the Marais Poitevin here and I've never seen the dykes so full or the fields between so flooded....
More rain here and thunder too plus strong winds. It is unbelievably wet out there. Been to La Tranche this morning. We are at the outer limits of the Marais Poitevin here and I've never seen...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 37 38 39
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
Juniper is very nice and great for winter decorations too.Now I want a Juniper! @Neil Clements , if you are after something a bit different, take a look at Jurassic Plants. They have plenty...
Juniper is very nice and great for winter decorations too.Now I want a Juniper! @Neil Clements , if you are after something a bit different, take a look at Jurassic Plants. They have plenty of interesting edibles. I have a Sechuan pepper which looks promising.
Juniper is very nice and great for winter decorations too.Now I want a Juniper! @Neil Clements , if you are after something a bit different, take a look at Jurassic Plants. They have plenty of interesting edibles. I have a Sechuan pepper...
Juniper is very nice and great for winter decorations too.Now I want a Juniper! @Neil Clements , if you are after something a bit different, take a look at Jurassic Plants. They have plenty...
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Selleri
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Whaaattt?
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 333 334 335
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Ergates
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Rare Plant Fair 2026
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th September) in Conwy are still pretty good for this. (The...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 4, 2026 at 4:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Notwellygood
Feb 7, 2026 at 10:34 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Today I plan to relocate 2 large pots which are too heavy to lift, so I might have to temporarily remove 2 plants so that I can drag them to where they need to be instead. Then, I plan to prune...
Today I plan to relocate 2 large pots which are too heavy to lift, so I might have to temporarily remove 2 plants so that I can drag them to where they need to be instead. Then, I plan to prune my shrub roses and reluctantly give my 4 Calamagrostis Foerster their annual chop. I say reluctantly...
Today I plan to relocate 2 large pots which are too heavy to lift, so I might have to temporarily remove 2 plants so that I can drag them to where they need to be instead. Then, I plan to prune my shrub roses and reluctantly give my 4...
Today I plan to relocate 2 large pots which are too heavy to lift, so I might have to temporarily remove 2 plants so that I can drag them to where they need to be instead. Then, I plan to prune...

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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CostasK
Feb 7, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:43 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Planting a new fruit tree
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a...
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a good starting point Growing Pear Trees in the North - Chris Bowers & Sons
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a good starting point Growing Pear Trees in the North...
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a...
Novice Gardener Laura, Feb 5, 2026 at 2:13 PM, Trees
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JennyJB
Feb 6, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Feb 7, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 12 13 14
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Ladybird4
Feb 7, 2026 at 6:48 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the weather over the last 5 decades has proved somewhat contrary............I'm sure Mother Nature would like...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the weather over the last 5 decades has proved somewhat...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 34 35 36
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Philippa
Feb 6, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan. ...
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan.Great Egret.Ruff.White Fronted Goose.Just one area with thousands of birds.
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan.Great Egret.Ruff.White Fronted Goose. ...
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan. ...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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strongylodon
Feb 6, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Improving drainage help
While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially...
While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially root formations and symbosis with fungi and associated life forms. The majority of questions here...
While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially root formations and symbosis with fungi and...
While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially...
kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026, NEW Gardeners !
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infradig
Feb 6, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Osmanthus fragrans
I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
Victoria, Feb 6, 2026 at 11:52 AM, Other Plants
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Victoria
Feb 6, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Rose Gauntlet
I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
Meomye, Dec 22, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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CarolineL
Feb 7, 2026 at 8:21 AM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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NigelJ
Feb 6, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings
The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings
The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings
The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings

shiney, Feb 1, 2026 at 12:06 PM, Photo Competitions
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Selleri
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Italian Pencil Cypress - planting next to house
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant...
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant either side of the door way would be a better option.
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant either side of the door way would be a better option.
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant...
HaddockofKnowledge, Feb 5, 2026 at 6:39 PM, Trees
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pete
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 26 27 28
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Stephen Southwest
Feb 5, 2026 at 10:38 PM

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