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  1. Busy-Lizzie
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    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely scents and the different colours and structures of the flowers were amazing. A really friendly group...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely scents and the different colours and structures of...
    Not a garden as such but this morning we visited the South West Orchid Society Show. As usual some superb plants and many are SO big the growers must have HUGE areas to grow them in. Some lovely...
    Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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    On the Levels
    Mar 7, 2026 at 1:22 PM
  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    So would you just talk nicely to them, or just leave them to it. Personally I'd leave them to it, what they do in their own country is up to them, but I'm not sure they would not threaten other...
    So would you just talk nicely to them, or just leave them to it. Personally I'd leave them to it, what they do in their own country is up to them, but I'm not sure they would not threaten other countries if they had nuclear weapons, so that kind of thing would be my worry. How fa r they off they...
    So would you just talk nicely to them, or just leave them to it. Personally I'd leave them to it, what they do in their own country is up to them, but I'm not sure they would not threaten other countries if they had nuclear weapons, so that kind...
    So would you just talk nicely to them, or just leave them to it. Personally I'd leave them to it, what they do in their own country is up to them, but I'm not sure they would not threaten other...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 372 373 374
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    pete
    Mar 7, 2026 at 6:32 PM
  3. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    This is an excerpt from 'Birds in Cheshire & Wirral' (a survey completed in 2007 by Cheshire & Wirral Ornithological Society):"This species is renowned for its urban winter roosts, birds...
    This is an excerpt from 'Birds in Cheshire & Wirral' (a survey completed in 2007 by Cheshire & Wirral Ornithological Society):"This species is renowned for its urban winter roosts, birds gathering either on the flat roofs of large buildings, which presumably are warmer than the surrounding...
    This is an excerpt from 'Birds in Cheshire & Wirral' (a survey completed in 2007 by Cheshire & Wirral Ornithological Society):"This species is renowned for its urban winter roosts, birds gathering either on the flat roofs of large buildings,...
    This is an excerpt from 'Birds in Cheshire & Wirral' (a survey completed in 2007 by Cheshire & Wirral Ornithological Society):"This species is renowned for its urban winter roosts, birds...
    wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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    LunarSea
    Mar 7, 2026 at 5:28 PM
  4. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
    A nice example of a jelly ear fungus from this morning's walk
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    Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 34 35 36
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    Scroggin
    Mar 7, 2026 at 1:06 PM
  5. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Happy birthday, Having problems with this website. Since I cleared my cookies a few days ago, I don’t seem to be able to stay logged in like I used to. It’s a bit of a nuisance having to remember...
    Happy birthday, Having problems with this website. Since I cleared my cookies a few days ago, I don’t seem to be able to stay logged in like I used to. It’s a bit of a nuisance having to remember to log in each time, so I haven’t been posting or ‘liking’ as often as usual. There are a few other...
    Happy birthday, Having problems with this website. Since I cleared my cookies a few days ago, I don’t seem to be able to stay logged in like I used to. It’s a bit of a nuisance having to remember to log in each time, so I haven’t been posting or...
    Happy birthday, Having problems with this website. Since I cleared my cookies a few days ago, I don’t seem to be able to stay logged in like I used to. It’s a bit of a nuisance having to remember...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 67 68 69
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    Ergates
    Mar 7, 2026 at 6:53 PM
  6. hi2u_uk

    is there a reason why my Gaultheria Procumbens keeps getting dug up

    Birds are attracted by red berries. Have you noticed whether any of them have been eaten? They could also be exploring the roots for worms, larvae and other food. Grow something else if this...
    Birds are attracted by red berries. Have you noticed whether any of them have been eaten? They could also be exploring the roots for worms, larvae and other food. Grow something else if this bothers you but remove the protection first and provide the culprit with some food, before replacing it.
    Birds are attracted by red berries. Have you noticed whether any of them have been eaten? They could also be exploring the roots for worms, larvae and other food. Grow something else if this bothers you but remove the protection first and provide...
    Birds are attracted by red berries. Have you noticed whether any of them have been eaten? They could also be exploring the roots for worms, larvae and other food. Grow something else if this...
    hi2u_uk, Mar 7, 2026 at 12:42 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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    Plantminded
    Mar 7, 2026 at 6:27 PM
  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    Like x 3

    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    A very pleasant afternoon finally tackling "The Left Side". :)Now that the kennel and the mountain of subclay we dug from the pond site are gone I'm moving forwards bit by bit, mixing in endless...
    A very pleasant afternoon finally tackling "The Left Side". :)Now that the kennel and the mountain of subclay we dug from the pond site are gone I'm moving forwards bit by bit, mixing in endless amounts of manure, compost and sand and planting as I go.I had to dig out old photos to compare:...
    A very pleasant afternoon finally tackling "The Left Side". :)Now that the kennel and the mountain of subclay we dug from the pond site are gone I'm moving forwards bit by bit, mixing in endless amounts of manure, compost and sand and planting...
    A very pleasant afternoon finally tackling "The Left Side". :)Now that the kennel and the mountain of subclay we dug from the pond site are gone I'm moving forwards bit by bit, mixing in endless...
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    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 26 27 28
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    Selleri
    Mar 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM
  8. JWK
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    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    A dull day here - only reached about 8-9 degrees and feels colder. Uninspiring forecast for next week.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 105 106 107
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    AuntyRach
    Mar 7, 2026 at 6:33 PM
  9. Spruce
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    Like x 10

    All you want to know about hedgehogs....

    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats...
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats would remain in their own gardens.
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats would remain in their own gardens.
    We have to constantly rearrange the tunnel entrance to our Hhog feeding station due to 2 cats which come in overnight. They are a real nuisance and I wish their owners would ensure their cats...
    Spruce, Dec 3, 2013, Wildlife Corner ... 16 17 18
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    Philippa
    Mar 7, 2026 at 12:24 PM
  10. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since then which is higher than normal. Boiler does both...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 68 69 70
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    Philippa
    Mar 7, 2026 at 12:02 PM
  11. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Thank you
    Thank you
    Thank you
    Thank you
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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    Chaffinch
    Mar 7, 2026 at 3:27 PM
  12. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a single plant. Looks to be a 2 or 3 plants per cell hopefully, I'll divide them up and plant them half...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a single plant. Looks to be a 2 or 3 plants per cell...
    Been to B&Q today went for some bitumen paint but come away with some cyclamen coum, I've been after some white ones for years just never wanted to pay the rather expensive price they are for a...
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    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    Perki
    Mar 7, 2026 at 6:36 PM
  13. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 188 189 190
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    shiney
    Mar 7, 2026 at 11:22 AM
  14. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

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    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 22 23 24
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    Fat Controller
    Mar 7, 2026 at 5:45 PM
  15. DaveyB

    Photinia red robin help

    I saw a Red Robin tree for sale this morning and it was £50! I think that's a bit pricey. And it was no more than 6ft high.
    I saw a Red Robin tree for sale this morning and it was £50! I think that's a bit pricey. And it was no more than 6ft high.
    I saw a Red Robin tree for sale this morning and it was £50! I think that's a bit pricey. And it was no more than 6ft high.
    I saw a Red Robin tree for sale this morning and it was £50! I think that's a bit pricey. And it was no more than 6ft high.
    DaveyB, Mar 3, 2026 at 6:15 PM, Trees
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    cactus_girl
    Mar 7, 2026 at 5:20 PM
  16. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I ...
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I don't think they are usable.
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I don't think they are usable.
    I've just brought the last 1/4 sack of last years Sarpo Mira crop home. They have kept well in the Allotment shed. I do have some Anya as well but they have long shoots and are going soft so I ...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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    Allotment Boy
    Mar 7, 2026 at 2:08 PM
  17. Tidemark
    Like x 7

    A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude to life. Makes a change.Tiny possum and glider thought extinct for 6,000 years found in remote...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude to life. Makes a change.Tiny possum and glider...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude...
    Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    Selleri
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:13 AM
  18. james_uk

    would upgrading to 36v Ryobi mower stop it slowing down

    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the battery but it's only been a year. I will say that...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
    james_uk, Mar 4, 2026 at 11:43 PM, Gardening Discussions ... 2
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    Loofah
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:12 AM
  19. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 7, 2026 at 7:26 AM
  20. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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    NigelJ
    Mar 6, 2026 at 7:37 PM
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