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What's your weather like 2026
Clear blue sky and sunshine with a light breeze, and feeling warmer in the sun than the thermometer indicates. The washing is drying lovely!Yesterday it stayed grey all day and rained on and...
Clear blue sky and sunshine with a light breeze, and feeling warmer in the sun than the thermometer indicates. The washing is drying lovely!Yesterday it stayed grey all day and rained on and off, 7mm in the gauge.
Clear blue sky and sunshine with a light breeze, and feeling warmer in the sun than the thermometer indicates. The washing is drying lovely!Yesterday it stayed grey all day and rained on and off, 7mm in the gauge.
Clear blue sky and sunshine with a light breeze, and feeling warmer in the sun than the thermometer indicates. The washing is drying lovely!Yesterday it stayed grey all day and rained on and...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 71 72 73
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JennyJB
Feb 14, 2026 at 12:23 PM
Partial screening suggestions
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it out. If on the other hand they are clipped into a...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...

PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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CostasK
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
@GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
@GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
@GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
@GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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CarolineL
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
On the working practices, then in general we do follow the EU, but not the minimum wage. Glyphosate was going to be banned across the EU, with the UK following suit, but as there was not a...
On the working practices, then in general we do follow the EU, but not the minimum wage. Glyphosate was going to be banned across the EU, with the UK following suit, but as there was not a majority, Brussels issued a 10 year license with the UK aligning with the EU and issuing a 10 year license...
On the working practices, then in general we do follow the EU, but not the minimum wage. Glyphosate was going to be banned across the EU, with the UK following suit, but as there was not a majority, Brussels issued a 10 year license with the UK...
On the working practices, then in general we do follow the EU, but not the minimum wage. Glyphosate was going to be banned across the EU, with the UK following suit, but as there was not a...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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gks
Feb 14, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Ladybird4
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:08 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
If I'd been in Norfolk I too might have succumbed @Ladybird4! My garden there has quite a bit of shade.Just been outside to see if there was any post and to get some kindling from the small...
If I'd been in Norfolk I too might have succumbed @Ladybird4! My garden there has quite a bit of shade.Just been outside to see if there was any post and to get some kindling from the small barn. It's cold and very windy so I think plans for being outside later will probably be postponed.
If I'd been in Norfolk I too might have succumbed @Ladybird4! My garden there has quite a bit of shade.Just been outside to see if there was any post and to get some kindling from the small barn. It's cold and very windy so I think plans for...
If I'd been in Norfolk I too might have succumbed @Ladybird4! My garden there has quite a bit of shade.Just been outside to see if there was any post and to get some kindling from the small...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 14, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Plantminded
Feb 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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hi2u_uk
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:39 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form of cover for each container. A few sticks in each...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026, Container Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.

Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
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CanadianLori
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
The first morning sun for February has lit up the grasses and bamboo in my lower garden. I don't mind winter days like this!
The first morning sun for February has lit up the grasses and bamboo in my lower garden. I don't mind winter days like this!
The first morning sun for February has lit up the grasses and bamboo in my lower garden. I don't mind winter days like this!
The first morning sun for February has lit up the grasses and bamboo in my lower garden. I don't mind winter days like this!

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Feb 14, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Friendly
Feb 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 13, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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LittleSparrah
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:28 AM
Herbs that are looking good this week…
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.

Sian in Belgium, Apr 10, 2025, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 2
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Sian in Belgium
Feb 12, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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wiseowl
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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programmes to watch
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Allotment Boy
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:24 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 34 35 36
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strongylodon
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Decorative grasses for large Malaysia pots
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be...
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be thriving and the Miscanthus have survived being divided last year.
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be thriving and the Miscanthus have survived being divided...
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be...
Spruce, Feb 11, 2026 at 6:36 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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lizzie27
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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Loofah
Feb 11, 2026 at 7:11 PM

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