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  1. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
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  2. JWK
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  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the small hours on Friday. I'm about to make a carb...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
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  4. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
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  5. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
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  6. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
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  7. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
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  8. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
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  9. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
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  10. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
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  11. Logan
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  12. JWK
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  13. Alan Tomox

    Feeding Phaleopsis in winter

    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts" from the ferts.We are feeding ours now which like...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts"...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
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  14. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
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  15. 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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  16. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and containers. There are also tomatoes for hanging...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
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  17. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together! :blue thumb:
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together! :blue thumb:
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
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  18. 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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  19. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
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  20. 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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