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Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
As I understand it, the main idea of Hugelkultur is the slow decay of the woody material provides extra warmth and nutrients to the plants roots as well as good drainage. Very different to just...
As I understand it, the main idea of Hugelkultur is the slow decay of the woody material provides extra warmth and nutrients to the plants roots as well as good drainage. Very different to just raising a plant up a bit on a mound of soil.
As I understand it, the main idea of Hugelkultur is the slow decay of the woody material provides extra warmth and nutrients to the plants roots as well as good drainage. Very different to just raising a plant up a bit on a mound of soil.
As I understand it, the main idea of Hugelkultur is the slow decay of the woody material provides extra warmth and nutrients to the plants roots as well as good drainage. Very different to just...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Allotment Boy
Feb 14, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Hello all.We woke to bright sunshine this morning, and a hard frost - overnight minimum of minus 5.6C, the lowest of the winter so far - but the temperature has now risen to 3C and the sun has...
Hello all.We woke to bright sunshine this morning, and a hard frost - overnight minimum of minus 5.6C, the lowest of the winter so far - but the temperature has now risen to 3C and the sun has vanished. Sleet is forecast, but by tomorrow morning it should be mild again. Hope the crocus and...
Hello all.We woke to bright sunshine this morning, and a hard frost - overnight minimum of minus 5.6C, the lowest of the winter so far - but the temperature has now risen to 3C and the sun has vanished. Sleet is forecast, but by tomorrow...
Hello all.We woke to bright sunshine this morning, and a hard frost - overnight minimum of minus 5.6C, the lowest of the winter so far - but the temperature has now risen to 3C and the sun has...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 45 46 47
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Liriodendron
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:50 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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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
Help With Growing Seeds
and for me I address it as a challenge! That's how started this gig. I was challenged to grow peppers hotter than what you could get in the shops back in 2001...
and for me I address it as a challenge! That's how started this gig. I was challenged to grow peppers hotter than what you could get in the shops back in 2001...
and for me I address it as a challenge! That's how started this gig. I was challenged to grow peppers hotter than what you could get in the shops back in 2001...
and for me I address it as a challenge! That's how started this gig. I was challenged to grow peppers hotter than what you could get in the shops back in 2001...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 10 11 12
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CanadianLori
Feb 14, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I was was never a believer of the bus numbers. I'd willingly pay more for food if it was to help the situation, but I know lots of people cant, or make different choices. Food waste is ridiculous...
I was was never a believer of the bus numbers. I'd willingly pay more for food if it was to help the situation, but I know lots of people cant, or make different choices. Food waste is ridiculous and only really brought about by "cheap" food being available everywhere. I'd never buy organic...
I was was never a believer of the bus numbers. I'd willingly pay more for food if it was to help the situation, but I know lots of people cant, or make different choices. Food waste is ridiculous and only really brought about by "cheap" food...
I was was never a believer of the bus numbers. I'd willingly pay more for food if it was to help the situation, but I know lots of people cant, or make different choices. Food waste is ridiculous...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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pete
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Whaaattt?
Another change of subject...........the planned housing on green space in NESomerset......it appears to be simply to ensure this govt's "new housing quota" is filled one way or another by local...
Another change of subject...........the planned housing on green space in NESomerset......it appears to be simply to ensure this govt's "new housing quota" is filled one way or another by local councils. They rabbit on about social and affordable housing but rarely provide it.
Another change of subject...........the planned housing on green space in NESomerset......it appears to be simply to ensure this govt's "new housing quota" is filled one way or another by local councils. They rabbit on about social and...
Another change of subject...........the planned housing on green space in NESomerset......it appears to be simply to ensure this govt's "new housing quota" is filled one way or another by local...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 334 335 336
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Philippa
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:44 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
A lovely walk out in the sunshine.... Jenny namaste
A lovely walk out in the sunshine.... Jenny namaste
A lovely walk out in the sunshine.... Jenny namaste
A lovely walk out in the sunshine.... Jenny namaste
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 72 73 74
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Jenny namaste
Feb 14, 2026 at 3:15 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
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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
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
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
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Alisa
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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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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
Sunny Days
Sunny Days
Sunny Days
Sunny Days

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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SherwoodArrow
Feb 14, 2026 at 1:59 PM

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