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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 .
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 .
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...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:26 PM
What is this Weed?
Mind your own doesn't like frosts and dies back....and then comes again. Agree do not hoe as this just spreads it. Digging up as much as you can and do not put in the compost heap but somewhere...
Mind your own doesn't like frosts and dies back....and then comes again. Agree do not hoe as this just spreads it. Digging up as much as you can and do not put in the compost heap but somewhere else as in the heap it just thrives. The tiniest piece left will spread. Sorry but it is a slow and...
Mind your own doesn't like frosts and dies back....and then comes again. Agree do not hoe as this just spreads it. Digging up as much as you can and do not put in the compost heap but somewhere else as in the heap it just thrives. The tiniest...
Mind your own doesn't like frosts and dies back....and then comes again. Agree do not hoe as this just spreads it. Digging up as much as you can and do not put in the compost heap but somewhere...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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On the Levels
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I wondered why @Ladybird4 had left Cricket curled up watching TV, then I realise it was @Ergates who'd left her hub watching cricket and curling on TV. Obviously, the fresh air had addled my brain.
I wondered why @Ladybird4 had left Cricket curled up watching TV, then I realise it was @Ergates who'd left her hub watching cricket and curling on TV. Obviously, the fresh air had addled my brain.
I wondered why @Ladybird4 had left Cricket curled up watching TV, then I realise it was @Ergates who'd left her hub watching cricket and curling on TV. Obviously, the fresh air had addled my brain.
I wondered why @Ladybird4 had left Cricket curled up watching TV, then I realise it was @Ergates who'd left her hub watching cricket and curling on TV. Obviously, the fresh air had addled my brain.
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 45 46 47
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Penny_Forthem
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:14 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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What's your weather like 2026
and now he has taken his hat off! Oh Dear.
and now he has taken his hat off! Oh Dear.
and now he has taken his hat off! Oh Dear.
and now he has taken his hat off! Oh Dear.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 72 73 74
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On the Levels
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
] Absolutely agree on all the points you make. The UK was a nett contributor to the EU but had no real say in the way it was run. It was basically a private club mainly for the benefit of...
] Absolutely agree on all the points you make. The UK was a nett contributor to the EU but had no real say in the way it was run. It was basically a private club mainly for the benefit of Germany and France. The only vote people in the UK previously had was on joining the Common Market. We...
] Absolutely agree on all the points you make. The UK was a nett contributor to the EU but had no real say in the way it was run. It was basically a private club mainly for the benefit of Germany and France. The only vote people in the UK...
] Absolutely agree on all the points you make. The UK was a nett contributor to the EU but had no real say in the way it was run. It was basically a private club mainly for the benefit of...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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KT53
Feb 14, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
@CanadianLori @pete and @Allotment Boy Many thanks .........food ( hopefully ) for thought.
@CanadianLori @pete and @Allotment Boy Many thanks .........food ( hopefully ) for thought.
@CanadianLori @pete and @Allotment Boy Many thanks .........food ( hopefully ) for thought.
@CanadianLori @pete and @Allotment Boy Many thanks .........food ( hopefully ) for thought.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 10 11 12
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Philippa
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:28 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
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
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
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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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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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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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!
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Friendly
Feb 14, 2026 at 5:33 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
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

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