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  1. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    It comes down to whether it is worth bothering, pricewise and effort.I can sell all the beans I don't eat and bothering to try and save enough has always not been worth the effort at the price I...
    It comes down to whether it is worth bothering, pricewise and effort.I can sell all the beans I don't eat and bothering to try and save enough has always not been worth the effort at the price I was buying them. The beans I buy are all nice and plump and I get good germination. The actual...
    It comes down to whether it is worth bothering, pricewise and effort.I can sell all the beans I don't eat and bothering to try and save enough has always not been worth the effort at the price I was buying them. The beans I buy are all nice...
    It comes down to whether it is worth bothering, pricewise and effort.I can sell all the beans I don't eat and bothering to try and save enough has always not been worth the effort at the price I...
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  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    The South Korean president got in a bit of bother recently for nefarious use of state of emergency tactics. ;)
    The South Korean president got in a bit of bother recently for nefarious use of state of emergency tactics. ;)
    The South Korean president got in a bit of bother recently for nefarious use of state of emergency tactics. ;)
    The South Korean president got in a bit of bother recently for nefarious use of state of emergency tactics. ;)
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  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    After doing cat meds and admin I managed an hour's sewing before lunch and have suddenly developed lower back pain. No idea why so it's frustrating.Very blowy and persisting down now so I shall...
    After doing cat meds and admin I managed an hour's sewing before lunch and have suddenly developed lower back pain. No idea why so it's frustrating.Very blowy and persisting down now so I shall have to rug up to go and see the chooks. OH tells me my new deep red hellebore has mildew so I...
    After doing cat meds and admin I managed an hour's sewing before lunch and have suddenly developed lower back pain. No idea why so it's frustrating.Very blowy and persisting down now so I shall have to rug up to go and see the chooks. OH...
    After doing cat meds and admin I managed an hour's sewing before lunch and have suddenly developed lower back pain. No idea why so it's frustrating.Very blowy and persisting down now so I shall...
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  4. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
    We had a Brimstone, a Red Admiral and a Peacock in the garden but the Peacock was the only one that settled.
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  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
    My father's pet hate was the one favoured by politicians. " At this moment in time" ... NOW one word instead of five.!
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  6. BB3

    Variegated lavender pruning

    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer NO! What did I spy in Lidl yesterday? Lavender for sale….in February having been under glass and heat...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer NO! What did I spy in Lidl yesterday? Lavender for...
    Living in Scotland makes trying to grow Lavender even worse. I personally hate the stuff, every year without fail I am asked dozens of times if I have lavender in the charity plant sale.Answer...
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  7. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and company. Our weekly meetings are held in an old disused chapel on a Monday. Some crochet,some knit and...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and company. Our weekly meetings are held in an old...
    I'm sure any of that yarn wouldve been snapped up by the ladies in the knit and natter I belong to @CanadianLori, we are a group of 15 old dears all around 70s and 80s,but love the laughs and...
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  8. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps in and more.@Robert Bowen :biggrin: I named one of my golden retrievers Logan way before having...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps in and more.@Robert Bowen :biggrin: I named one of my...
    @lizzie27 glad that got something done yesterday. Couldn't do much today, had to wash my hair and one of the boys has a tummy upset so i was taking him out a lot, at least i got all of my steps...
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  9. Fat Controller
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    Migration to NEW software & server

    True, but they did point out that due to the vast distance and the fact that it runs on the same amount of power as a typical fridge light bulb, it takes 18 hours to send a message and another 18...
    True, but they did point out that due to the vast distance and the fact that it runs on the same amount of power as a typical fridge light bulb, it takes 18 hours to send a message and another 18 hrs to get a response and we moan about slow pages. :roflol:
    True, but they did point out that due to the vast distance and the fact that it runs on the same amount of power as a typical fridge light bulb, it takes 18 hours to send a message and another 18 hrs to get a response and we moan about slow pages. :roflol:
    True, but they did point out that due to the vast distance and the fact that it runs on the same amount of power as a typical fridge light bulb, it takes 18 hours to send a message and another 18...
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  10. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    All day it's drizzle with a gentle breeze from the north north east temp 9c feels like 9c
    All day it's drizzle with a gentle breeze from the north north east temp 9c feels like 9c
    All day it's drizzle with a gentle breeze from the north north east temp 9c feels like 9c
    All day it's drizzle with a gentle breeze from the north north east temp 9c feels like 9c
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  11. katecat58
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    Sarah Raven discount

    New discount SPRING30 for 30% off and free delivery if you spend £30. Sorry I dont know when it expires.
    New discount SPRING30 for 30% off and free delivery if you spend £30. Sorry I dont know when it expires.
    New discount SPRING30 for 30% off and free delivery if you spend £30. Sorry I dont know when it expires.
    New discount SPRING30 for 30% off and free delivery if you spend £30. Sorry I dont know when it expires.
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  12. Palustris

    He's boasting again!

    Latest book now out www.amazon.co.uk/Amazing-Adventure-Amanderella-Gottsnobbler/dp/B0GQ48VN93/
    Latest book now out www.amazon.co.uk/Amazing-Adventure-Amanderella-Gottsnobbler/dp/B0GQ48VN93/
    Latest book now out www.amazon.co.uk/Amazing-Adventure-Amanderella-Gottsnobbler/dp/B0GQ48VN93/
    Latest book now out www.amazon.co.uk/Amazing-Adventure-Amanderella-Gottsnobbler/dp/B0GQ48VN93/
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  13. Phil Clark

    Mature Thyme

    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in...
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in a lavender bed more like a rock garden space, and this is a creeping one that the bees love.
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in a lavender bed more like a rock garden space, and...
    Our very old thyme has given up the ghost. Our fault because we didn't prune it back when we should have done. However some thyme (not sure which one) appeared in a different area of the garden in...
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  14. BB3

    WORDS

    The misuse of emigrate/ immigrate peeves me, too.
    The misuse of emigrate/ immigrate peeves me, too.
    The misuse of emigrate/ immigrate peeves me, too.
    The misuse of emigrate/ immigrate peeves me, too.
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  15. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    Wildflowers can be tricky to establish because they like poor soil. They can do ok for a year or two but then fail. I would definitely give it a go but have a look at which specific mix you want....
    Wildflowers can be tricky to establish because they like poor soil. They can do ok for a year or two but then fail. I would definitely give it a go but have a look at which specific mix you want. Some are marketed as wildflowers but have species that aren't native to our shores. In reality if...
    Wildflowers can be tricky to establish because they like poor soil. They can do ok for a year or two but then fail. I would definitely give it a go but have a look at which specific mix you want. Some are marketed as wildflowers but have species...
    Wildflowers can be tricky to establish because they like poor soil. They can do ok for a year or two but then fail. I would definitely give it a go but have a look at which specific mix you want....
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  16. latimer

    Olive trees in pots leaning

    Thanks everyone!I’ll give them a go with a repot and see how they get on this year. I don’t really have anywhere sheltered and sunny I can put them so I’ll leave them where they are for this...
    Thanks everyone!I’ll give them a go with a repot and see how they get on this year. I don’t really have anywhere sheltered and sunny I can put them so I’ll leave them where they are for this year and if it doesn’t improve they might need a new home. Let’s see.
    Thanks everyone!I’ll give them a go with a repot and see how they get on this year. I don’t really have anywhere sheltered and sunny I can put them so I’ll leave them where they are for this year and if it doesn’t improve they might need a new...
    Thanks everyone!I’ll give them a go with a repot and see how they get on this year. I don’t really have anywhere sheltered and sunny I can put them so I’ll leave them where they are for this...
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  17. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
    Is it summer yet? :biggrin: Last autumn's cuttings, ready for some warmer weather.
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  18. Logan
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  19. JWK
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  20. ArmyAirForce
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    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at the back last year, but the rear basket is starting to fall apart.So Lynne's plan was to buy a...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at the back last year, but the rear basket is starting...
    This morning, we had a family trip out to Green Lane nursery, as they have a really good café! While there, Lynne got her eye on some pre-made hanging baskets. We had one at the front and one at...
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