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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
I think they are £30? They couldn't find a label for mine (to scan) so they put it through as one of the proper half whiskey planters, which are £25.I actually bought 2 of those half whiskey...
I think they are £30? They couldn't find a label for mine (to scan) so they put it through as one of the proper half whiskey planters, which are £25.I actually bought 2 of those half whiskey planters at a later stage and painted them black. If I am honest, I prefer them to the plastic version....
I think they are £30? They couldn't find a label for mine (to scan) so they put it through as one of the proper half whiskey planters, which are £25.I actually bought 2 of those half whiskey planters at a later stage and painted them black. If...
I think they are £30? They couldn't find a label for mine (to scan) so they put it through as one of the proper half whiskey planters, which are £25.I actually bought 2 of those half whiskey...

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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CostasK
Feb 17, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Ideas for shady front garden....
Hi @machtuckerPresumably you don't want something big that would shade your windows, like a fatsia, so here are some shorter plants that have done well for me, in my North facing border (with...
Hi @machtuckerPresumably you don't want something big that would shade your windows, like a fatsia, so here are some shorter plants that have done well for me, in my North facing border (with clay soil):Carex. I have some "Everlime" ones and the variegation just lifts them up a bit without...
Hi @machtuckerPresumably you don't want something big that would shade your windows, like a fatsia, so here are some shorter plants that have done well for me, in my North facing border (with clay soil):Carex. I have some "Everlime" ones and...
Hi @machtuckerPresumably you don't want something big that would shade your windows, like a fatsia, so here are some shorter plants that have done well for me, in my North facing border (with...
machtucker, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:45 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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CostasK
Feb 17, 2026 at 10:56 PM
Whaaattt?
Well quite! I suggest you swerve the bakery aisles in your local supermarket for the next few weeks in order to avoid hot cross bun stress overload!
Well quite! I suggest you swerve the bakery aisles in your local supermarket for the next few weeks in order to avoid hot cross bun stress overload!
Well quite! I suggest you swerve the bakery aisles in your local supermarket for the next few weeks in order to avoid hot cross bun stress overload!
Well quite! I suggest you swerve the bakery aisles in your local supermarket for the next few weeks in order to avoid hot cross bun stress overload!
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 339 340 341
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ViewAhead
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Plants for memorial area
I think Mahonia might be ruled out on the grounds that it's extremely prickly, but the rosemary and lavender are possibilities. A lot of Crematoria have rules and regulations as to what can and...
I think Mahonia might be ruled out on the grounds that it's extremely prickly, but the rosemary and lavender are possibilities. A lot of Crematoria have rules and regulations as to what can and can't be planted so it might be worth checking if you haven't already done so. Could you give a...
I think Mahonia might be ruled out on the grounds that it's extremely prickly, but the rosemary and lavender are possibilities. A lot of Crematoria have rules and regulations as to what can and can't be planted so it might be worth checking if...
I think Mahonia might be ruled out on the grounds that it's extremely prickly, but the rosemary and lavender are possibilities. A lot of Crematoria have rules and regulations as to what can and...
BezzaDougal, Feb 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM, Other Plants
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AnniD
Feb 17, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
US sizes are different to ours? Or did they just get it totally wrong.
US sizes are different to ours? Or did they just get it totally wrong.
US sizes are different to ours? Or did they just get it totally wrong.
US sizes are different to ours? Or did they just get it totally wrong.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 47 48 49
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pete
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:21 AM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
Agree, that's pretty impressive @Alisa .
Agree, that's pretty impressive @Alisa .
Agree, that's pretty impressive @Alisa .
Agree, that's pretty impressive @Alisa .
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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pete
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:01 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Looking very cloudy and dark. 3c.
Looking very cloudy and dark. 3c.
Looking very cloudy and dark. 3c.
Looking very cloudy and dark. 3c.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 77 78 79
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pete
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:04 AM
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A happy story in the news? Really? Really!
That sort of stupidity boils my blood - it was clear to anyone with eyes that a fair bit of snow was due and there is muppets like that going walking up in the mountains putting themselves, their...
That sort of stupidity boils my blood - it was clear to anyone with eyes that a fair bit of snow was due and there is muppets like that going walking up in the mountains putting themselves, their pets and their rescuers needlessly at risk.
That sort of stupidity boils my blood - it was clear to anyone with eyes that a fair bit of snow was due and there is muppets like that going walking up in the mountains putting themselves, their pets and their rescuers needlessly at risk.
That sort of stupidity boils my blood - it was clear to anyone with eyes that a fair bit of snow was due and there is muppets like that going walking up in the mountains putting themselves, their...
Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Fat Controller
Feb 17, 2026 at 8:27 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
A very good morning one and all. When I walked down the back garden yesterday I was pleased to see that my Camellia Donation has many open blooms already - how long before they end up looking...
A very good morning one and all. When I walked down the back garden yesterday I was pleased to see that my Camellia Donation has many open blooms already - how long before they end up looking like old tea bags if there is another severe frost I wonder. I am itching to be out there doing 'stuff'...
A very good morning one and all. When I walked down the back garden yesterday I was pleased to see that my Camellia Donation has many open blooms already - how long before they end up looking like old tea bags if there is another severe frost I...
A very good morning one and all. When I walked down the back garden yesterday I was pleased to see that my Camellia Donation has many open blooms already - how long before they end up looking...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 49 50 51
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Ladybird4
Feb 18, 2026 at 6:53 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"!
I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"!
I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 15 16 17
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ViewAhead
Feb 17, 2026 at 7:14 PM
How do I stunt a begonia boliviensis without killing it?
True. @ViewAhead
True. @ViewAhead
True. @ViewAhead
True. @ViewAhead
BB3, Feb 17, 2026 at 7:11 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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BB3
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:16 AM
My Garden Progress
I found that Phlox is pretty much bullet proof. If it was me, I'd dig it up, rinse all of the soil from the roots. Pull all of the grass and then re-plant the phlox. I think it would forgive you.
I found that Phlox is pretty much bullet proof. If it was me, I'd dig it up, rinse all of the soil from the roots. Pull all of the grass and then re-plant the phlox. I think it would forgive you.
I found that Phlox is pretty much bullet proof. If it was me, I'd dig it up, rinse all of the soil from the roots. Pull all of the grass and then re-plant the phlox. I think it would forgive you.
I found that Phlox is pretty much bullet proof. If it was me, I'd dig it up, rinse all of the soil from the roots. Pull all of the grass and then re-plant the phlox. I think it would forgive you.
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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CanadianLori
Feb 17, 2026 at 11:10 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 17 18 19
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Ladybird4
Feb 18, 2026 at 6:55 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
Depending on the seed I have left over, some seeds lose viability pretty quickly others last for a few years if kept dry and cool. Not grown petunias for a while but I always prick out seedlings...
Depending on the seed I have left over, some seeds lose viability pretty quickly others last for a few years if kept dry and cool. Not grown petunias for a while but I always prick out seedlings singly of bedding plants. Petunias are pretty small at first so wait until they get a few leaves and...
Depending on the seed I have left over, some seeds lose viability pretty quickly others last for a few years if kept dry and cool. Not grown petunias for a while but I always prick out seedlings singly of bedding plants. Petunias are pretty small...
Depending on the seed I have left over, some seeds lose viability pretty quickly others last for a few years if kept dry and cool. Not grown petunias for a while but I always prick out seedlings...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 11 12 13
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pete
Feb 18, 2026 at 7:14 AM
Overwhelmed by my garden
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere between the Orkneys and the Channel Islands or the...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
Pe7e, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:05 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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waterbut
Feb 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Hot weather on the way?
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to lessen the amount of sun. I avoid any actual netting -...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
Allex50, Feb 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM, Allotments Discussion
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Philippa
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Strawberries preparing
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
Allex50, Feb 16, 2026 at 3:52 PM, Edible Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:46 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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Fred Clarke
Feb 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Yet more!
Yet more!
Yet more!
Yet more!

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Feb 17, 2026 at 11:33 AM
TurfWorld Limited
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and improve your lawn:Rake or scarify the lawn to...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
Warren Jones, Dec 3, 2025, Business Directory
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Warren Jones
Feb 17, 2026 at 11:24 AM

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