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  1. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted...
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted the menus! With £35 each day (each!) allowance and two restaurants, we will be spoilt for choice....
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted the menus! With £35 each day (each!) allowance and...
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted...
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire

    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...
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  3. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then...
    I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then many folks would adopt them naturally as they can make sense to some. As it stands, with the cost...
    I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then many folks would adopt them naturally as they can...
    I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
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  5. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
    She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
    She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
    She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
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  7. Neil Clements

    Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?

    I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent....
    I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent. Mulberries taste stunning. Common denominator, none of them store or package well. The food we eat these...
    I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent. Mulberries taste stunning. Common denominator, none of...
    I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent....
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  8. cc120

    Solved Please identify this bush/shrub/dwarf tree?

    I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
    I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
    I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
    I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
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  9. GreenFingeredPete

    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!!!
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  10. Meomye

    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
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  11. JWK
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  12. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    @GreenFingeredPete , I agree with @CarolineL , grow lights are brilliant. I have some cheapy Chinese ones from Amazon, they have lasted well over 5 years now.The lights extend useable surfaces...
    @GreenFingeredPete , I agree with @CarolineL , grow lights are brilliant. I have some cheapy Chinese ones from Amazon, they have lasted well over 5 years now.The lights extend useable surfaces to hold your seedlings and are so effective that I often notice plantlets turning towards the light...
    @GreenFingeredPete , I agree with @CarolineL , grow lights are brilliant. I have some cheapy Chinese ones from Amazon, they have lasted well over 5 years now.The lights extend useable surfaces to hold your seedlings and are so effective that I...
    @GreenFingeredPete , I agree with @CarolineL , grow lights are brilliant. I have some cheapy Chinese ones from Amazon, they have lasted well over 5 years now.The lights extend useable surfaces...
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  13. Tidemark

    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,’ !!!
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  14. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and...
    That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and cake, or afternoon tea, and time to have a chat with some interesting people. I really look forward to...
    That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and cake, or afternoon tea, and time to have a chat with...
    That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and...
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  15. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a flower. Good for the white-tail bumblebee that is around since December.The red Anemone gets...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a flower. Good for the white-tail bumblebee that is...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a...
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  16. Novice Gardener Laura

    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...
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  17. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    There's a very blurred line between being virtuous and being corrupt - it's called being human. Don't get me wrong, I'm not beginning to defend any of these miscreants but we need to start...
    There's a very blurred line between being virtuous and being corrupt - it's called being human. Don't get me wrong, I'm not beginning to defend any of these miscreants but we need to start acknowledging the potential shortcomings of the 'human' condition.
    There's a very blurred line between being virtuous and being corrupt - it's called being human. Don't get me wrong, I'm not beginning to defend any of these miscreants but we need to start acknowledging the potential shortcomings of the 'human'...
    There's a very blurred line between being virtuous and being corrupt - it's called being human. Don't get me wrong, I'm not beginning to defend any of these miscreants but we need to start...
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  18. JWK
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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. ...
    Grey Wag 1.jpg Gold 2.jpg Chiffchaffs.jpg Goosander 2.jpg Goose 30.jpg goose 1.jpg
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  19. kristie davies

    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...
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  20. Victoria

    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.
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