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What's your weather like 2026
Raining.Just looking for when there might be a break in the rain for my walk…might not be until about 4pm.
Raining.Just looking for when there might be a break in the rain for my walk…might not be until about 4pm.
Raining.Just looking for when there might be a break in the rain for my walk…might not be until about 4pm.
Raining.Just looking for when there might be a break in the rain for my walk…might not be until about 4pm.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 72 73 74
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AuntyRach
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:11 AM
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Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Baalmaiden
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:16 PM
GQT
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and kicking . Obviously depends on your site/surroundings...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 13, 2026 at 10:47 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Philippa
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
@GreenFingeredPete the £109 is 11" by 21" - mine is a standard 9*14 seed tray
@GreenFingeredPete the £109 is 11" by 21" - mine is a standard 9*14 seed tray
@GreenFingeredPete the £109 is 11" by 21" - mine is a standard 9*14 seed tray
@GreenFingeredPete the £109 is 11" by 21" - mine is a standard 9*14 seed tray
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 10 11 12
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CarolineL
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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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 15, 2026 at 6:57 AM
Whaaattt?
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits like car parks, which are green belt would be redesignated as grey belt.So our council had a review...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits like car parks, which are green belt would be...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 334 335 336
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cactus_girl
Feb 14, 2026 at 11:21 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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Latest moan from you and me 2026
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came outside, and he was all for calling the police. A few seconds later a fox came trotting down the...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came outside, and he was all for calling the police. A...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 45 46 47
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AnniD
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:15 PM
What is this Weed?
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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Silver surfer
Feb 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Yesterday was sunny so i took this pic again. This is the only colour with a double flower
Yesterday was sunny so i took this pic again. This is the only colour with a double flower
Yesterday was sunny so i took this pic again. This is the only colour with a double flower
Yesterday was sunny so i took this pic again. This is the only colour with a double flower

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Logan
Feb 15, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning everyone. Hoorah no frost! Boo more rain! Oh well, I suppose it is still Winter after all. I have nothing concrete planned for today - I'll just let things evolve but I had a rude...
Good morning everyone. Hoorah no frost! Boo more rain! Oh well, I suppose it is still Winter after all. I have nothing concrete planned for today - I'll just let things evolve but I had a rude alert yesterday when I found out that next Tuesday is Shrove Tuesday and I need to get some lemons so...
Good morning everyone. Hoorah no frost! Boo more rain! Oh well, I suppose it is still Winter after all. I have nothing concrete planned for today - I'll just let things evolve but I had a rude alert yesterday when I found out that next Tuesday...
Good morning everyone. Hoorah no frost! Boo more rain! Oh well, I suppose it is still Winter after all. I have nothing concrete planned for today - I'll just let things evolve but I had a rude...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 45 46 47
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Ladybird4
Feb 15, 2026 at 6:54 AM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Yesterday was sunny but cold so i didn't do anything in the garden and today it's raining.
Yesterday was sunny but cold so i didn't do anything in the garden and today it's raining.
Yesterday was sunny but cold so i didn't do anything in the garden and today it's raining.
Yesterday was sunny but cold so i didn't do anything in the garden and today it's raining.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Logan
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:05 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
I hope he gets out and enjoys. He matches his lovely blanket ... or vice versa.
I hope he gets out and enjoys. He matches his lovely blanket ... or vice versa.
I hope he gets out and enjoys. He matches his lovely blanket ... or vice versa.
I hope he gets out and enjoys. He matches his lovely blanket ... or vice versa.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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Victoria
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:16 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
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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
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:45 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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