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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
A very good morning one and all. Another week begins and it is the last week of February. Spring is definitely stirring - in me as well as in the garden. Fingers crossed for a gardening day...
A very good morning one and all. Another week begins and it is the last week of February. Spring is definitely stirring - in me as well as in the garden. Fingers crossed for a gardening day today. When I released the little mouse yesterday I noticed that areas of my garden were puddled. I have...
A very good morning one and all. Another week begins and it is the last week of February. Spring is definitely stirring - in me as well as in the garden. Fingers crossed for a gardening day today. When I released the little mouse yesterday I...
A very good morning one and all. Another week begins and it is the last week of February. Spring is definitely stirring - in me as well as in the garden. Fingers crossed for a gardening day...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 54 55 56
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Ladybird4
Feb 23, 2026 at 7:02 AM
Whaaattt?
Since retirement I'm in no position to put more than 12000 a year into an ISACome to think of it I wasn't able to even when I was working.
Since retirement I'm in no position to put more than 12000 a year into an ISACome to think of it I wasn't able to even when I was working.
Since retirement I'm in no position to put more than 12000 a year into an ISACome to think of it I wasn't able to even when I was working.
Since retirement I'm in no position to put more than 12000 a year into an ISACome to think of it I wasn't able to even when I was working.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 352 353 354
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pete
Feb 23, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Today I bought another star jasmine. I know that the redness is a sign of cold stress, and there were plants with just green leaves, but I couldn't resist it. I wish I was better when stressed
Today I bought another star jasmine. I know that the redness is a sign of cold stress, and there were plants with just green leaves, but I couldn't resist it. I wish I was better when stressed
Today I bought another star jasmine. I know that the redness is a sign of cold stress, and there were plants with just green leaves, but I couldn't resist it. I wish I was better when stressed
Today I bought another star jasmine. I know that the redness is a sign of cold stress, and there were plants with just green leaves, but I couldn't resist it. I wish I was better when stressed

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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CostasK
Feb 22, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Doable do you think?
Agreed.The wobbyness detracts from the rest of the garden and the main shape is meant to unite one idea together in a garden that size, so the lawn leads the eye to the borders etc.Unless of...
Agreed.The wobbyness detracts from the rest of the garden and the main shape is meant to unite one idea together in a garden that size, so the lawn leads the eye to the borders etc.Unless of course you want the lawn to be a feature lawn then, you'd need to make sure you maintain it very...
Agreed.The wobbyness detracts from the rest of the garden and the main shape is meant to unite one idea together in a garden that size, so the lawn leads the eye to the borders etc.Unless of course you want the lawn to be a feature lawn...
Agreed.The wobbyness detracts from the rest of the garden and the main shape is meant to unite one idea together in a garden that size, so the lawn leads the eye to the borders etc.Unless of...
Beatts, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:36 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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Jungle Jane
Feb 23, 2026 at 7:46 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Only to play games; Role over Beethoven and Live and let DieOne born every minute Lucky to be alive Human, i don't like humansAnd they all didn't live happly afterSorry for the sad...
Only to play games; Role over Beethoven and Live and let DieOne born every minute Lucky to be alive Human, i don't like humansAnd they all didn't live happly afterSorry for the sad ending as the animals ended up in the slaughter house
Only to play games; Role over Beethoven and Live and let DieOne born every minute Lucky to be alive Human, i don't like humansAnd they all didn't live happly afterSorry for the sad ending as the animals ended up in the slaughter house
Only to play games; Role over Beethoven and Live and let DieOne born every minute Lucky to be alive Human, i don't like humansAnd they all didn't live happly afterSorry for the sad...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 55 56 57
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Jiffy
Feb 22, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Grown up Legos Before moving house a year ago we had a deep clear out of books that had already grown out of the 4 bookcases. In the new house there is no way to fit the bookcases in the living...
Grown up Legos Before moving house a year ago we had a deep clear out of books that had already grown out of the 4 bookcases. In the new house there is no way to fit the bookcases in the living room, so one lives in my bedroom.But, measuring very carefully, I realised I can fit in half...
Grown up Legos Before moving house a year ago we had a deep clear out of books that had already grown out of the 4 bookcases. In the new house there is no way to fit the bookcases in the living room, so one lives in my bedroom.But,...
Grown up Legos Before moving house a year ago we had a deep clear out of books that had already grown out of the 4 bookcases. In the new house there is no way to fit the bookcases in the living...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Selleri
Feb 22, 2026 at 6:09 PM
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New Here…
Great news. I lived in East Lothian and moved to the South Coast and the advice I get here is completely different from when I lived in Scotland.
Great news. I lived in East Lothian and moved to the South Coast and the advice I get here is completely different from when I lived in Scotland.
Great news. I lived in East Lothian and moved to the South Coast and the advice I get here is completely different from when I lived in Scotland.
Great news. I lived in East Lothian and moved to the South Coast and the advice I get here is completely different from when I lived in Scotland.
Gairdner, Feb 19, 2026 at 11:54 PM, New Members Introduction
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waterbut
Feb 22, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Greetings everyone, cloudy and dry so far here but drizzle is expected soon. 9c to 11c.
Greetings everyone, cloudy and dry so far here but drizzle is expected soon. 9c to 11c.
Greetings everyone, cloudy and dry so far here but drizzle is expected soon. 9c to 11c.
Greetings everyone, cloudy and dry so far here but drizzle is expected soon. 9c to 11c.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 85 86 87
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Bluejayway
Feb 23, 2026 at 7:56 AM
Blackthorn?
keep trimming the suckers to the ground and it should eventually run out of energy.
keep trimming the suckers to the ground and it should eventually run out of energy.
keep trimming the suckers to the ground and it should eventually run out of energy.
keep trimming the suckers to the ground and it should eventually run out of energy.
Erigeron, Feb 22, 2026 at 4:03 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Feb 22, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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Something sad ...
Our local shelter which is carefully scrutinized to make sure donations are not wasted and staff are kind have just, at the beginning of the month, received a $10 million dollar gift. They need...
Our local shelter which is carefully scrutinized to make sure donations are not wasted and staff are kind have just, at the beginning of the month, received a $10 million dollar gift. They need bigger facilities and this will make that possible. It's nice to see these very generous acts...
Our local shelter which is carefully scrutinized to make sure donations are not wasted and staff are kind have just, at the beginning of the month, received a $10 million dollar gift. They need bigger facilities and this will make that possible....
Our local shelter which is carefully scrutinized to make sure donations are not wasted and staff are kind have just, at the beginning of the month, received a $10 million dollar gift. They need...
Michael Hewett, Feb 22, 2026 at 1:18 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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CanadianLori
Feb 22, 2026 at 10:18 PM
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An Algarve Garden 2024 to 2026
Thank you. Yes, they are a lovely plant. t is my first year with it.
Thank you. Yes, they are a lovely plant. t is my first year with it.
Thank you. Yes, they are a lovely plant. t is my first year with it.
Thank you. Yes, they are a lovely plant. t is my first year with it.
Victoria, Jan 14, 2024, Members Gallery ... 13 14 15
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Victoria
Feb 22, 2026 at 4:44 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
@shiney would it be worth using a garden blower to get the leaves out and direct them somewhere easier to collect?
@shiney would it be worth using a garden blower to get the leaves out and direct them somewhere easier to collect?
@shiney would it be worth using a garden blower to get the leaves out and direct them somewhere easier to collect?
@shiney would it be worth using a garden blower to get the leaves out and direct them somewhere easier to collect?
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 17 18 19
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CarolineL
Feb 23, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Sad to see a Goldfinch and Siskin with Tassel Foot disease, I have only seen it on Chaffinches.
Sad to see a Goldfinch and Siskin with Tassel Foot disease, I have only seen it on Chaffinches.
Sad to see a Goldfinch and Siskin with Tassel Foot disease, I have only seen it on Chaffinches.
Sad to see a Goldfinch and Siskin with Tassel Foot disease, I have only seen it on Chaffinches.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 22, 2026 at 4:09 PM
How to take a Cutting of a Japanese Anemone
Hello @PhilippaThanks for the Reply.I think I will keep it on the Kitchen Windowsill until, maybe, the End of March and then hand it over to them.Hopefully they will not Kill it ThanksKevin
Hello @PhilippaThanks for the Reply.I think I will keep it on the Kitchen Windowsill until, maybe, the End of March and then hand it over to them.Hopefully they will not Kill it ThanksKevin
Hello @PhilippaThanks for the Reply.I think I will keep it on the Kitchen Windowsill until, maybe, the End of March and then hand it over to them.Hopefully they will not Kill it ThanksKevin
Hello @PhilippaThanks for the Reply.I think I will keep it on the Kitchen Windowsill until, maybe, the End of March and then hand it over to them.Hopefully they will not Kill it ThanksKevin
Kevin Cowans, Feb 9, 2026, Other Plants
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 22, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Root trainer/barrier in bought plant - ok to plant?
Idk for mature plants but the coir plugs in those teabags are very consistent and cheap for producing stuff from seed or tiny cuttings and it has holes for small roots so you can uplant it easily,...
Idk for mature plants but the coir plugs in those teabags are very consistent and cheap for producing stuff from seed or tiny cuttings and it has holes for small roots so you can uplant it easily, the issue is that material degrades way too slowly.There is big demand for things that biodegrade...
Idk for mature plants but the coir plugs in those teabags are very consistent and cheap for producing stuff from seed or tiny cuttings and it has holes for small roots so you can uplant it easily, the issue is that material degrades way too...
Idk for mature plants but the coir plugs in those teabags are very consistent and cheap for producing stuff from seed or tiny cuttings and it has holes for small roots so you can uplant it easily,...
Erigeron, Feb 21, 2026 at 4:59 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Adam I
Feb 22, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Blue bells
We spend a lot of time each year trying to remove Spanish bluebells but they still continue to appear. Another problem we are getting with them is that they are now crossing with the English...
We spend a lot of time each year trying to remove Spanish bluebells but they still continue to appear. Another problem we are getting with them is that they are now crossing with the English ones.I definitely agree with that.
We spend a lot of time each year trying to remove Spanish bluebells but they still continue to appear. Another problem we are getting with them is that they are now crossing with the English ones.I definitely agree with that.
We spend a lot of time each year trying to remove Spanish bluebells but they still continue to appear. Another problem we are getting with them is that they are now crossing with the English...
hi2u_uk, Feb 22, 2026 at 12:45 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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shiney
Feb 23, 2026 at 6:47 AM
Cross runner beans
Someone in england managed to breed s red podded sugar snap by crossing yellow and purple podded varieties and stabilising that took 5 years, but she seems to have dissapeared without releasing...
Someone in england managed to breed s red podded sugar snap by crossing yellow and purple podded varieties and stabilising that took 5 years, but she seems to have dissapeared without releasing them sadly.If you can garentee the space to work for many years its a good project to breed...
Someone in england managed to breed s red podded sugar snap by crossing yellow and purple podded varieties and stabilising that took 5 years, but she seems to have dissapeared without releasing them sadly.If you can garentee the space to work...
Someone in england managed to breed s red podded sugar snap by crossing yellow and purple podded varieties and stabilising that took 5 years, but she seems to have dissapeared without releasing...
Bear, Feb 18, 2026 at 10:33 PM, Edible Gardening
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Adam I
Feb 22, 2026 at 3:25 PM
How do you feel if this happens?
I blame TV gardening shows, they have no relation to real gardening and growing. Instant effect, not keen on garden designers personally.
I blame TV gardening shows, they have no relation to real gardening and growing. Instant effect, not keen on garden designers personally.
I blame TV gardening shows, they have no relation to real gardening and growing. Instant effect, not keen on garden designers personally.
I blame TV gardening shows, they have no relation to real gardening and growing. Instant effect, not keen on garden designers personally.
Erigeron, Feb 21, 2026 at 5:23 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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pete
Feb 22, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Old apple variety - anybody?
Looks a bit old for me.
Looks a bit old for me.
Looks a bit old for me.
Looks a bit old for me.
Tidemark, Feb 22, 2026 at 10:58 AM, Edible Gardening
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NigelJ
Feb 22, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Advice or ideas on narrow garden landscaping, partitioning and dealing with a raised patio
I can understand why you need a path now @Dan1981, clay based lawns are a challenge. I'd try to locate the path on the shady side of your garden, if there is one, allowing the lawn and plants in...
I can understand why you need a path now @Dan1981, clay based lawns are a challenge. I'd try to locate the path on the shady side of your garden, if there is one, allowing the lawn and plants in the borders to get as much sun as possible.
I can understand why you need a path now @Dan1981, clay based lawns are a challenge. I'd try to locate the path on the shady side of your garden, if there is one, allowing the lawn and plants in the borders to get as much sun as possible.
I can understand why you need a path now @Dan1981, clay based lawns are a challenge. I'd try to locate the path on the shady side of your garden, if there is one, allowing the lawn and plants in...
Dan1981, Oct 29, 2025, Gardening Discussions ... 9 10 11
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Plantminded
Feb 22, 2026 at 10:58 AM

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