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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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katecat58
Feb 7, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Thank you @PlantmindedIt does look sad but I think it should be salvageable. Apparently Portuguese Laurels have a habit of dropping leaves when they are under stress. The garden center is in...
Thank you @PlantmindedIt does look sad but I think it should be salvageable. Apparently Portuguese Laurels have a habit of dropping leaves when they are under stress. The garden center is in quite an open windy location. My guess is that they left it outside during that cold weather we had...
Thank you @PlantmindedIt does look sad but I think it should be salvageable. Apparently Portuguese Laurels have a habit of dropping leaves when they are under stress. The garden center is in quite an open windy location. My guess is that they...
Thank you @PlantmindedIt does look sad but I think it should be salvageable. Apparently Portuguese Laurels have a habit of dropping leaves when they are under stress. The garden center is in...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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CostasK
Feb 8, 2026 at 11:07 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I had the biggest cheeses and biscuits I've ever had. I'm going to watch Lord of the Flies. My gran's friend's grandson was in the 1963 version, Tom Gaman. I remember playing with him in the...
I had the biggest cheeses and biscuits I've ever had. I'm going to watch Lord of the Flies. My gran's friend's grandson was in the 1963 version, Tom Gaman. I remember playing with him in the garden (as kids!) My brush with Hollywood!
I had the biggest cheeses and biscuits I've ever had. I'm going to watch Lord of the Flies. My gran's friend's grandson was in the 1963 version, Tom Gaman. I remember playing with him in the garden (as kids!) My brush with Hollywood!
I had the biggest cheeses and biscuits I've ever had. I'm going to watch Lord of the Flies. My gran's friend's grandson was in the 1963 version, Tom Gaman. I remember playing with him in the...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 38 39 40
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Penny_Forthem
Feb 8, 2026 at 8:42 PM
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Electric cars.
I’ve just been reading about keyless car theft. Shouldn’t car manufacturers be safeguarding owners against this with their new car design? Is a Faraday pouch now an essential security measure?...
I’ve just been reading about keyless car theft. Shouldn’t car manufacturers be safeguarding owners against this with their new car design? Is a Faraday pouch now an essential security measure? What are your thoughts on this @Fat Controller?
I’ve just been reading about keyless car theft. Shouldn’t car manufacturers be safeguarding owners against this with their new car design? Is a Faraday pouch now an essential security measure? What are your thoughts on this @Fat Controller?
I’ve just been reading about keyless car theft. Shouldn’t car manufacturers be safeguarding owners against this with their new car design? Is a Faraday pouch now an essential security measure?...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 185 186 187
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Plantminded
Feb 8, 2026 at 9:47 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
There were some breaks in the rain today so took a few photos. Pot Marigold still producing some flowersCrocus started blooming recentlySnowdrops along the drivewayAlso posted some videos...
There were some breaks in the rain today so took a few photos. Pot Marigold still producing some flowersCrocus started blooming recentlySnowdrops along the drivewayAlso posted some videos from today with the local frogs spawning in the pond and some flowers with the first bumblebee I've...
There were some breaks in the rain today so took a few photos. Pot Marigold still producing some flowersCrocus started blooming recentlySnowdrops along the drivewayAlso posted some videos from today with the local frogs spawning in the...
There were some breaks in the rain today so took a few photos. Pot Marigold still producing some flowersCrocus started blooming recentlySnowdrops along the drivewayAlso posted some videos...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Macraignil
Feb 8, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
I often stick odd veg between my flowers - parsley chervil dill and carrots look very ornamental as do chives and leeks when in flower. I think I posted a pic of salad rocket in flower last year...
I often stick odd veg between my flowers - parsley chervil dill and carrots look very ornamental as do chives and leeks when in flower. I think I posted a pic of salad rocket in flower last year and kales are very pretty when in flower. The purple or variegated sage looks good too.
I often stick odd veg between my flowers - parsley chervil dill and carrots look very ornamental as do chives and leeks when in flower. I think I posted a pic of salad rocket in flower last year and kales are very pretty when in flower. The...
I often stick odd veg between my flowers - parsley chervil dill and carrots look very ornamental as do chives and leeks when in flower. I think I posted a pic of salad rocket in flower last year...
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Baalmaiden
Feb 8, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Bring back Corbin, I say. Then they wont stand an earthly at the next election, if they survive that long at all.I can see a general election coming up before the end of this government's...
Bring back Corbin, I say. Then they wont stand an earthly at the next election, if they survive that long at all.I can see a general election coming up before the end of this government's time.Big majority, but divided.The election system doesn't work anymore, but they wont accept it.
Bring back Corbin, I say. Then they wont stand an earthly at the next election, if they survive that long at all.I can see a general election coming up before the end of this government's time.Big majority, but divided.The election system...
Bring back Corbin, I say. Then they wont stand an earthly at the next election, if they survive that long at all.I can see a general election coming up before the end of this government's...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 36 37 38
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pete
Feb 8, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
@Perki my American Pillar was supposed to be Darcey Bussell. I bought it online but someone must have put the wrong label on it. It's very pretty when in flower.
@Perki my American Pillar was supposed to be Darcey Bussell. I bought it online but someone must have put the wrong label on it. It's very pretty when in flower.
@Perki my American Pillar was supposed to be Darcey Bussell. I bought it online but someone must have put the wrong label on it. It's very pretty when in flower.
@Perki my American Pillar was supposed to be Darcey Bussell. I bought it online but someone must have put the wrong label on it. It's very pretty when in flower.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 8, 2026 at 10:02 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It is guessed to be going down to -23c again tonight but a cheeerful change is happening.Yesterday a large flock of sparrows visited, followed by chicadees. Today a beautiful pair of blue jays...
It is guessed to be going down to -23c again tonight but a cheeerful change is happening.Yesterday a large flock of sparrows visited, followed by chicadees. Today a beautiful pair of blue jays were supping at the feeder.Feathered harbingers of less frigid times to come
It is guessed to be going down to -23c again tonight but a cheeerful change is happening.Yesterday a large flock of sparrows visited, followed by chicadees. Today a beautiful pair of blue jays were supping at the feeder.Feathered harbingers...
It is guessed to be going down to -23c again tonight but a cheeerful change is happening.Yesterday a large flock of sparrows visited, followed by chicadees. Today a beautiful pair of blue jays...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 61 62 63
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CanadianLori
Feb 8, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Hedychium question
The hybrid ones Devon Cream and one I was sold as Luna Moth (but isn't, it's like a bigger Devon cream) both flowered well last year. I'm amazed yours are all still green. Even the ones in my cold...
The hybrid ones Devon Cream and one I was sold as Luna Moth (but isn't, it's like a bigger Devon cream) both flowered well last year. I'm amazed yours are all still green. Even the ones in my cold greenhouse aren't. I'm a sucker for hedychium, roscoea etc...
The hybrid ones Devon Cream and one I was sold as Luna Moth (but isn't, it's like a bigger Devon cream) both flowered well last year. I'm amazed yours are all still green. Even the ones in my cold greenhouse aren't. I'm a sucker for hedychium,...
The hybrid ones Devon Cream and one I was sold as Luna Moth (but isn't, it's like a bigger Devon cream) both flowered well last year. I'm amazed yours are all still green. Even the ones in my cold...
Fof, Feb 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM, Tropical Gardening
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CarolineL
Feb 8, 2026 at 10:06 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 13 14 15
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LunarSea
Feb 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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All things automotive
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Plantminded
Feb 7, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening...
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening instead; an entirely more satisfactory experience....
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening instead; an entirely more satisfactory experience....
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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infradig
Feb 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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Crafters Corner 2026
Just finished this cot blanket with a Popcorn stitch edging, in time to go in the McMillan box. All our efforts get taken to somewhere in Devon for sale. Last year we made over £4,000.
Just finished this cot blanket with a Popcorn stitch edging, in time to go in the McMillan box. All our efforts get taken to somewhere in Devon for sale. Last year we made over £4,000.
Just finished this cot blanket with a Popcorn stitch edging, in time to go in the McMillan box. All our efforts get taken to somewhere in Devon for sale. Last year we made over £4,000.
Just finished this cot blanket with a Popcorn stitch edging, in time to go in the McMillan box. All our efforts get taken to somewhere in Devon for sale. Last year we made over £4,000.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Members Hobbies ... 2
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Valley Gardener
Feb 8, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Digging up and Re-Planting Iris Plants
Hello @hailboppThanks for the confirmation of them being Iris Ensata, I thought that was the case but was not 100% sure.I will Lift them in early March when I get back out in the Garden.At...
Hello @hailboppThanks for the confirmation of them being Iris Ensata, I thought that was the case but was not 100% sure.I will Lift them in early March when I get back out in the Garden.At the moment the Iris Clumps are close to 50mm above the Paving Level so they definately need Lifting,...
Hello @hailboppThanks for the confirmation of them being Iris Ensata, I thought that was the case but was not 100% sure.I will Lift them in early March when I get back out in the Garden.At the moment the Iris Clumps are close to 50mm above...
Hello @hailboppThanks for the confirmation of them being Iris Ensata, I thought that was the case but was not 100% sure.I will Lift them in early March when I get back out in the Garden.At...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 7, 2026 at 10:38 AM, Other Plants
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 8, 2026 at 9:12 AM
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
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.
cc120, Jul 27, 2025, Identification Area
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Ergates
Feb 7, 2026 at 9:21 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
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
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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...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Ergates
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