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When I used to volunteer at the botanic garden, plants from abroad just got put into the appropriate greenhouse - cool, intermediate or warm. Those black tent structures are, I'm sure, structured...
When I used to volunteer at the botanic garden, plants from abroad just got put into the appropriate greenhouse - cool, intermediate or warm. Those black tent structures are, I'm sure, structured to avoid people seeing what is being grown under very intensive conditions
When I used to volunteer at the botanic garden, plants from abroad just got put into the appropriate greenhouse - cool, intermediate or warm. Those black tent structures are, I'm sure, structured to avoid people seeing what is being grown under...
When I used to volunteer at the botanic garden, plants from abroad just got put into the appropriate greenhouse - cool, intermediate or warm. Those black tent structures are, I'm sure, structured...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 11 12 13
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CarolineL
Feb 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Whaaattt?
I have just read that the EU, Canada and a 12 nation Indo-Pacific block have started talks on closer trade ties in order to see off Trumpy tariffs and tantrums. Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump...
I have just read that the EU, Canada and a 12 nation Indo-Pacific block have started talks on closer trade ties in order to see off Trumpy tariffs and tantrums. Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance – POLITICO@CanadianLori I know you're not convinced but your Mark Carney is...
I have just read that the EU, Canada and a 12 nation Indo-Pacific block have started talks on closer trade ties in order to see off Trumpy tariffs and tantrums. Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance – POLITICO@CanadianLori I know...
I have just read that the EU, Canada and a 12 nation Indo-Pacific block have started talks on closer trade ties in order to see off Trumpy tariffs and tantrums. Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 336 337 338
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 16, 2026 at 7:56 PM
What is this Weed?
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side....
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side. There are typically 3 to 7 pairs (sometimes 5-15) of lateral leaflets, plus a single, distinct, terminal...
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side. There are typically 3 to 7 pairs (sometimes 5-15) of...
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side....

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area ... 2
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Silver surfer
Feb 15, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Walkies
Walkies
Walkies
Walkies

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Love my chicken
Feb 15, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
That is sad @Penny_Forthem and it does make you feel helpless that kind of news. Hugs to you and your friend.I have earned my keep at patch club today, not that it's paid. I have a group of 6...
That is sad @Penny_Forthem and it does make you feel helpless that kind of news. Hugs to you and your friend.I have earned my keep at patch club today, not that it's paid. I have a group of 6 beginners plus a couple more following the latest project. Two of them are still trying to get...
That is sad @Penny_Forthem and it does make you feel helpless that kind of news. Hugs to you and your friend.I have earned my keep at patch club today, not that it's paid. I have a group of 6 beginners plus a couple more following the latest...
That is sad @Penny_Forthem and it does make you feel helpless that kind of news. Hugs to you and your friend.I have earned my keep at patch club today, not that it's paid. I have a group of 6...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 47 48 49
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 16, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
We used to get quite a few cold callers on the fixed line phone trying to sell stuff but I have an easy get out. I tell them in exaggerated British accented French that we're anglophone English...
We used to get quite a few cold callers on the fixed line phone trying to sell stuff but I have an easy get out. I tell them in exaggerated British accented French that we're anglophone English speakers who can't cope with rapid French on the phone so can they please send me all the info in a...
We used to get quite a few cold callers on the fixed line phone trying to sell stuff but I have an easy get out. I tell them in exaggerated British accented French that we're anglophone English speakers who can't cope with rapid French on the...
We used to get quite a few cold callers on the fixed line phone trying to sell stuff but I have an easy get out. I tell them in exaggerated British accented French that we're anglophone English...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 47 48 49
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 16, 2026 at 7:34 PM
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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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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
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What's your weather like 2026
We had our first dry day. The cold wind and no rain has dried the pavements. It was often sunny with clouds now and then. But it was the cold wind that stopped me from having a longer walk.
We had our first dry day. The cold wind and no rain has dried the pavements. It was often sunny with clouds now and then. But it was the cold wind that stopped me from having a longer walk.
We had our first dry day. The cold wind and no rain has dried the pavements. It was often sunny with clouds now and then. But it was the cold wind that stopped me from having a longer walk.
We had our first dry day. The cold wind and no rain has dried the pavements. It was often sunny with clouds now and then. But it was the cold wind that stopped me from having a longer walk.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 75 76 77
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 16, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
It wasn’t supposed to be dry @LunarSea, I was going to wait until tomorrow when the forecast sounded better, but I thought I’d better get on with it .
It wasn’t supposed to be dry @LunarSea, I was going to wait until tomorrow when the forecast sounded better, but I thought I’d better get on with it .
It wasn’t supposed to be dry @LunarSea, I was going to wait until tomorrow when the forecast sounded better, but I thought I’d better get on with it .
It wasn’t supposed to be dry @LunarSea, I was going to wait until tomorrow when the forecast sounded better, but I thought I’d better get on with it .
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 14 15 16
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Plantminded
Feb 16, 2026 at 7:50 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
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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
I agree, very cheery.
I agree, very cheery.
I agree, very cheery.
I agree, very cheery.
Victoria, Jun 1, 2021, Tropical Gardening ... 13 14 15
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Victoria
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:53 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
Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....
HelloThe one I purchased, with 30m of Hose, reaches the end of the Back Garden, not Hard to do, and more importantly, reaches all of the Front Garden too I made sure to Measure before I...
HelloThe one I purchased, with 30m of Hose, reaches the end of the Back Garden, not Hard to do, and more importantly, reaches all of the Front Garden too I made sure to Measure before I Ordered and it came to 26m so at 30m all is Good Kevin
HelloThe one I purchased, with 30m of Hose, reaches the end of the Back Garden, not Hard to do, and more importantly, reaches all of the Front Garden too I made sure to Measure before I Ordered and it came to 26m so at 30m all is Good Kevin
HelloThe one I purchased, with 30m of Hose, reaches the end of the Back Garden, not Hard to do, and more importantly, reaches all of the Front Garden too I made sure to Measure before I...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 14, 2026 at 10:31 AM, Tools And Equipment
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 14, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Feb 15, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Partial screening suggestions
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really hedging plants.Another option, if you don’t mind it being deciduous, is flowering currant, Ribes...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really hedging plants.Another option, if you don’t mind...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really...
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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Plantminded
Feb 15, 2026 at 4:07 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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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Ergates
Feb 16, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Ah, lovely little friends
Ah, lovely little friends
Ah, lovely little friends
Ah, lovely little friends
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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Michael Hewett
Feb 16, 2026 at 1:02 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

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