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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    A nondescript day of sun and cloud, high of 14.2c with a constant gusty North wind, 12.3c now.
    A nondescript day of sun and cloud, high of 14.2c with a constant gusty North wind, 12.3c now.
    A nondescript day of sun and cloud, high of 14.2c with a constant gusty North wind, 12.3c now.
    A nondescript day of sun and cloud, high of 14.2c with a constant gusty North wind, 12.3c now.
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  2. JWK
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  3. JWK
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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
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Glad you enjoyed your walk @Ergates and your day out @Blue arbour, bit of sunshine makes all the difference - I even had to put sunglasses on this morning. Trouble is I think the lenses are a tad...
    Glad you enjoyed your walk @Ergates and your day out @Blue arbour, bit of sunshine makes all the difference - I even had to put sunglasses on this morning. Trouble is I think the lenses are a tad too dark, a chap passed me during my morning walk, in running gear and greeted me by name. I have no...
    Glad you enjoyed your walk @Ergates and your day out @Blue arbour, bit of sunshine makes all the difference - I even had to put sunglasses on this morning. Trouble is I think the lenses are a tad too dark, a chap passed me during my morning walk,...
    Glad you enjoyed your walk @Ergates and your day out @Blue arbour, bit of sunshine makes all the difference - I even had to put sunglasses on this morning. Trouble is I think the lenses are a tad...
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  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    He now has the excuse he had been looking for.
    He now has the excuse he had been looking for.
    He now has the excuse he had been looking for.
    He now has the excuse he had been looking for.
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  6. Plantminded
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    Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers

    You’re right @Allotment Boy, a different concept. I've seen island beds designed as mounds which can be quite impressive.It's interesting what you say about the Beechgrove experiment...
    You’re right @Allotment Boy, a different concept. I've seen island beds designed as mounds which can be quite impressive.It's interesting what you say about the Beechgrove experiment @simone_in_wiltshire, it does sound like a bit of a mess :biggrin:.
    You’re right @Allotment Boy, a different concept. I've seen island beds designed as mounds which can be quite impressive.It's interesting what you say about the Beechgrove experiment @simone_in_wiltshire, it does sound like a bit of a mess :biggrin:.
    You’re right @Allotment Boy, a different concept. I've seen island beds designed as mounds which can be quite impressive.It's interesting what you say about the Beechgrove experiment...
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  7. GreenFingeredPete

    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. ...
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  8. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    @Philippa , grow lights allow me to start my chillies and tomatoes earlier meaning that when they are ready to braze the great outdoors in late May-ish they are already flowering or nearly there....
    @Philippa , grow lights allow me to start my chillies and tomatoes earlier meaning that when they are ready to braze the great outdoors in late May-ish they are already flowering or nearly there.This means I get harvest from around July, around a month earlier than without early sowing.And I...
    @Philippa , grow lights allow me to start my chillies and tomatoes earlier meaning that when they are ready to braze the great outdoors in late May-ish they are already flowering or nearly there.This means I get harvest from around July,...
    @Philippa , grow lights allow me to start my chillies and tomatoes earlier meaning that when they are ready to braze the great outdoors in late May-ish they are already flowering or nearly there....
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  9. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Oh yes affordable housing, plus GP surgeries & dentists. Complete BS but any Government in power
    Oh yes affordable housing, plus GP surgeries & dentists. Complete BS but any Government in power
    Oh yes affordable housing, plus GP surgeries & dentists. Complete BS but any Government in power
    Oh yes affordable housing, plus GP surgeries & dentists. Complete BS but any Government in power
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  10. PoppyB

    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...
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  11. Kevin Cowans

    What is this Weed?

    Looks like what we call "creeping charlie".I see them, I pull them!
    Looks like what we call "creeping charlie".I see them, I pull them!
    Looks like what we call "creeping charlie".I see them, I pull them!
    Looks like what we call "creeping charlie".I see them, I pull them!
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  12. NigelJ
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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!
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  13. JWK
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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.
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  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
    You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
    You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
    You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
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  15. JWK
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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
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  16. hi2u_uk

    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...
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  17. Greenlion66

    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...
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  18. Selleri
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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.
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  19. JWK
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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 :-
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  20. Neil Clements

    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
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