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What's your weather like 2026
It is 19.7cnow so I have come in for Lunch (Bagel, cream Cheese, Jam and tea). I did spend two hours pottering though.
It is 19.7cnow so I have come in for Lunch (Bagel, cream Cheese, Jam and tea). I did spend two hours pottering though.
It is 19.7cnow so I have come in for Lunch (Bagel, cream Cheese, Jam and tea). I did spend two hours pottering though.
It is 19.7cnow so I have come in for Lunch (Bagel, cream Cheese, Jam and tea). I did spend two hours pottering though.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 83 84 85
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Victoria
Feb 21, 2026 at 12:21 PM
Doable do you think?
One thing I would do if I was planning my garden anew is to put a paved path all around the outside, wide enough to stand a stepladder on or push a wheelbarrow. It provides safe access to the back...
One thing I would do if I was planning my garden anew is to put a paved path all around the outside, wide enough to stand a stepladder on or push a wheelbarrow. It provides safe access to the back of the borders for weeding and to hedges and fences for trimming. You think it is going to take up...
One thing I would do if I was planning my garden anew is to put a paved path all around the outside, wide enough to stand a stepladder on or push a wheelbarrow. It provides safe access to the back of the borders for weeding and to hedges and...
One thing I would do if I was planning my garden anew is to put a paved path all around the outside, wide enough to stand a stepladder on or push a wheelbarrow. It provides safe access to the back...
Beatts, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:36 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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Baalmaiden
Feb 21, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
It's about time the Highways lot introduced Noise Bumps as well as Speed Bumps. The number of idiots with cars and motorcycles roaring thru this village backfiring every few seconds is crazy. ...
It's about time the Highways lot introduced Noise Bumps as well as Speed Bumps. The number of idiots with cars and motorcycles roaring thru this village backfiring every few seconds is crazy. Add the constant loud music being played in the cars, it sounds more like the Wild West than the South...
It's about time the Highways lot introduced Noise Bumps as well as Speed Bumps. The number of idiots with cars and motorcycles roaring thru this village backfiring every few seconds is crazy. Add the constant loud music being played in the...
It's about time the Highways lot introduced Noise Bumps as well as Speed Bumps. The number of idiots with cars and motorcycles roaring thru this village backfiring every few seconds is crazy. ...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 53 54 55
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Philippa
Feb 21, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Plant labels
I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 17, 2026 at 4:55 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Alisa
Feb 20, 2026 at 9:08 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I've looked up all of your recommendations @Obelix-Vendée and bookmarked them. I have already started drawing up a shopping list of some of the more unusual items that I do not have in my larder....
I've looked up all of your recommendations @Obelix-Vendée and bookmarked them. I have already started drawing up a shopping list of some of the more unusual items that I do not have in my larder. Thank you once more.
I've looked up all of your recommendations @Obelix-Vendée and bookmarked them. I have already started drawing up a shopping list of some of the more unusual items that I do not have in my larder. Thank you once more.
I've looked up all of your recommendations @Obelix-Vendée and bookmarked them. I have already started drawing up a shopping list of some of the more unusual items that I do not have in my larder....
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 52 53 54
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Ladybird4
Feb 21, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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New Here…
Something I’ve done for years but a few years back, the Levington compost I got was so damn woody that the germination was really poor. Usually, I’d just scatter some seeds on the top of a pot...
Something I’ve done for years but a few years back, the Levington compost I got was so damn woody that the germination was really poor. Usually, I’d just scatter some seeds on the top of a pot full of compo then rake them in with my hand. Got a different method now.
Something I’ve done for years but a few years back, the Levington compost I got was so damn woody that the germination was really poor. Usually, I’d just scatter some seeds on the top of a pot full of compo then rake them in with my hand. Got a...
Something I’ve done for years but a few years back, the Levington compost I got was so damn woody that the germination was really poor. Usually, I’d just scatter some seeds on the top of a pot...
Gairdner, Feb 19, 2026 at 11:54 PM, New Members Introduction
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Gairdner
Feb 21, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Whaaattt?
Women bearing 5,6,7 or more children are not unusual even now. Not all will survive to become adults particularly in countries where contraception aid, maternal and general health care is poor or...
Women bearing 5,6,7 or more children are not unusual even now. Not all will survive to become adults particularly in countries where contraception aid, maternal and general health care is poor or non existent as well as a poor economy. Men can obviously father many times that number and it...
Women bearing 5,6,7 or more children are not unusual even now. Not all will survive to become adults particularly in countries where contraception aid, maternal and general health care is poor or non existent as well as a poor economy. Men can...
Women bearing 5,6,7 or more children are not unusual even now. Not all will survive to become adults particularly in countries where contraception aid, maternal and general health care is poor or...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 349 350 351
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Philippa
Feb 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 18 19 20
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Fat Controller
Feb 21, 2026 at 11:48 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande...
So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande (opened)*Expired 2024 **Expired 2025
So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande (opened)*Expired 2024 **Expired 2025
So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 13 14 15
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 20, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Cross runner beans
Landrace Gardening by Joseph Lofthouse is an interesting book about this kind of thing.
Landrace Gardening by Joseph Lofthouse is an interesting book about this kind of thing.
Landrace Gardening by Joseph Lofthouse is an interesting book about this kind of thing.
Landrace Gardening by Joseph Lofthouse is an interesting book about this kind of thing.
Bear, Feb 18, 2026 at 10:33 PM, Edible Gardening
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Baalmaiden
Feb 21, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got...
The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got nothing to loose.As you have probably noticed from all the bird photos recently, they have become...
The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got nothing to loose.As you have probably noticed...
The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 39 40 41
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ArmyAirForce
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Finally got around to cutting back my Calamagrostis, Pannicum & several Miscanthus. It's one of those jobs where I feel desperately guilty when I look at the base of many of the shoots I've cut...
Finally got around to cutting back my Calamagrostis, Pannicum & several Miscanthus. It's one of those jobs where I feel desperately guilty when I look at the base of many of the shoots I've cut off, but by June I'll probably not be able to see where I cut back to.In previous years I've also...
Finally got around to cutting back my Calamagrostis, Pannicum & several Miscanthus. It's one of those jobs where I feel desperately guilty when I look at the base of many of the shoots I've cut off, but by June I'll probably not be able to see...
Finally got around to cutting back my Calamagrostis, Pannicum & several Miscanthus. It's one of those jobs where I feel desperately guilty when I look at the base of many of the shoots I've cut...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 16 17 18
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LunarSea
Feb 21, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Plants for memorial area
That's what I hoped And actually it's easy enough just to tug out and dispose of the extra bits should you not need them.
That's what I hoped And actually it's easy enough just to tug out and dispose of the extra bits should you not need them.
That's what I hoped And actually it's easy enough just to tug out and dispose of the extra bits should you not need them.
That's what I hoped And actually it's easy enough just to tug out and dispose of the extra bits should you not need them.
BezzaDougal, Feb 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM, Other Plants ... 2
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Clare G
Feb 21, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Visiting Gardens
I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides . Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me...
I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides . Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me also includes wind through the trees and swishing through dried grasses in winter.
I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides . Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me also includes wind through the trees and swishing...
I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides . Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Feb 19, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Argos has a red code
Thank you Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
Thank you Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
Thank you Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
Thank you Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
Jiffy, Feb 19, 2026 at 12:05 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Jiffy
Feb 19, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.
Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.
Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.
Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 17 18 19
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pete
Feb 19, 2026 at 6:26 PM
Overwhelmed by my garden
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
Pe7e, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:05 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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pete
Feb 19, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions,...
Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions, some brassicas, lettuce and other salads,some herbs like parsley, dill and corianderAlso lidl have...
Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions, some brassicas, lettuce and other salads,some herbs...
Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions,...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening
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Hanglow
Feb 19, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white dots as a precursor to rooting. It's a good sign...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white...
Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
Jungle Jane, Jan 9, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Thevictorian
Feb 19, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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NigelJ
Feb 19, 2026 at 9:59 AM

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