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  1. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
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  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An overnight conversion to vegetarianism ensued.Cheerio.
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An...
    As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
    Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
    Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
    Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
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  4. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are quite fleshy.we had vine weevils kill a large potted cammelia once, just keeled over dead one...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are quite fleshy.we had vine weevils kill a large...
    where there is one there is likely dozens as the vine weevil lays many many eggs.look at them go! busy b*stards.no wonder they like guem as our native ones roots taste like cloves and are...
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  5. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
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  6. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
    No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.;)
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  7. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
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  8. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more...
    More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more trips to the tip are the answer. The trouble is that the hedge bits are so very horrible with huge...
    More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more trips to the tip are the answer. The trouble is...
    More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more...
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  9. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
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  10. Logan
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  11. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not awake.I dont see individual immigrants as a threat, I...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
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  12. Sydney Carton

    Hedge dying?

    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
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  13. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during the previous GW season.And I caught most of the Wild Gardener as well. I remember watching it...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during the previous GW season.And I caught most of the...
    Enjoyed every bit of last nights GW special. Really got me in the mood for some serious gardening. Worrying though that I couldn't remember much of the content which was presumably shown during...
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  14. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn, Cut a H over the area and Lift the Turf, remove any...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn,...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
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  15. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why...
    Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why I'm thinking i should dig it all up and make more space for some shrubs.
    Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why I'm thinking i should dig it all up and make more...
    Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why...
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  16. JWK
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  17. pete

    What died on you this winter?

    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
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  18. JWK
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    Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026

    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
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  19. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Giant Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Giant Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivarsFor a vine: Bittersweet nightshade is a very pretty and dainty...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Giant Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivarsFor a vine:...
    Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Giant Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
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  20. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to collect the compost up to 2020. - I moved the tree...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...
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