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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
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
@gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for...
@gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for personal pursuits.@pete each country has a proportionate number or representatives working in the EU...
@gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for personal pursuits.@pete each country has a...
@gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:24 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
When we walked River at 5.15 am there wasn't any ice just a few wet paths and roads. At 7 am it was just starting to ice up. At the moment it's sunny with light winds from the north temp 2c feels...
When we walked River at 5.15 am there wasn't any ice just a few wet paths and roads. At 7 am it was just starting to ice up. At the moment it's sunny with light winds from the north temp 2c feels like -1c.
When we walked River at 5.15 am there wasn't any ice just a few wet paths and roads. At 7 am it was just starting to ice up. At the moment it's sunny with light winds from the north temp 2c feels like -1c.
When we walked River at 5.15 am there wasn't any ice just a few wet paths and roads. At 7 am it was just starting to ice up. At the moment it's sunny with light winds from the north temp 2c feels...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 71 72 73
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Logan
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter ...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter I'm on London clay here and usually if I lose something, it's been because it hasn't liked sitting...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter I'm on London clay here and usually if I lose...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter ...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Clare G
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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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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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating...
It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating had come on. House is still cold. We watched episode 1 of The Summit last night. I didn't think OH...
It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating had come on. House is still cold. We watched...
It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Penny_Forthem
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:12 AM
What is this Weed?
Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS...
Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS discourages as it helps it to Spread, oh well, Live and Learn.ThanksKevin
Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS discourages as it helps it to Spread, oh well, Live and...
Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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
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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
Old apple trees and water shoots
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and leaves being taken out. The reason winter pruning...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Greenlion66, Feb 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM, Trees
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Allotment Boy
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:57 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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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but...
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but should be worth it.
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but should be worth it.
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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NigelJ
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:26 AM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 13, 2026 at 9:22 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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
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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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

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