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What's Looking Good March 2026
Some early flowerers.Scabious Butterfly Blue.Saxifraga Touran Limegreen.Anemone Blanda.Vinca minor "Illumination".My main sunny border, recently topped up with bark, ready for...
Some early flowerers.Scabious Butterfly Blue.Saxifraga Touran Limegreen.Anemone Blanda.Vinca minor "Illumination".My main sunny border, recently topped up with bark, ready for action!
Some early flowerers.Scabious Butterfly Blue.Saxifraga Touran Limegreen.Anemone Blanda.Vinca minor "Illumination".My main sunny border, recently topped up with bark, ready for action!
Some early flowerers.Scabious Butterfly Blue.Saxifraga Touran Limegreen.Anemone Blanda.Vinca minor "Illumination".My main sunny border, recently topped up with bark, ready for...

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Plantminded
Mar 9, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Funny old day really, foggy until midday, then slowly brightened up until the sun came out around 2pm, 16c for an hour and a half then it clouded over and the temperature dropped like a stone.
Funny old day really, foggy until midday, then slowly brightened up until the sun came out around 2pm, 16c for an hour and a half then it clouded over and the temperature dropped like a stone.
Funny old day really, foggy until midday, then slowly brightened up until the sun came out around 2pm, 16c for an hour and a half then it clouded over and the temperature dropped like a stone.
Funny old day really, foggy until midday, then slowly brightened up until the sun came out around 2pm, 16c for an hour and a half then it clouded over and the temperature dropped like a stone.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 107 108 109
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pete
Mar 9, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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A happy story in the news? Really? Really!
Unexplored deep-water worlds in Caribbean revealed for the first time
Unexplored deep-water worlds in Caribbean revealed for the first time
Unexplored deep-water worlds in Caribbean revealed for the first time
Unexplored deep-water worlds in Caribbean revealed for the first time
Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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NigelJ
Mar 8, 2026 at 7:27 AM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Tomatoes don't seem to be fussy about compost in my experience. I shall be starting mine off too.
Tomatoes don't seem to be fussy about compost in my experience. I shall be starting mine off too.
Tomatoes don't seem to be fussy about compost in my experience. I shall be starting mine off too.
Tomatoes don't seem to be fussy about compost in my experience. I shall be starting mine off too.
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 3 4 5
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Baalmaiden
Mar 8, 2026 at 11:51 AM
Can this Concrete Fence Post be Repaired?
A concrete patch will add no stength to the post, so you could just use some exterior masonry paint ( £3 sample pots) to seal it from the elements, though give it a good brush clean to remove the...
A concrete patch will add no stength to the post, so you could just use some exterior masonry paint ( £3 sample pots) to seal it from the elements, though give it a good brush clean to remove the algae first.Perhaps find an evergreen plant to cover the repair, paint or concrete as neither...
A concrete patch will add no stength to the post, so you could just use some exterior masonry paint ( £3 sample pots) to seal it from the elements, though give it a good brush clean to remove the algae first.Perhaps find an evergreen plant to...
A concrete patch will add no stength to the post, so you could just use some exterior masonry paint ( £3 sample pots) to seal it from the elements, though give it a good brush clean to remove the...
Kevin Cowans, Mar 7, 2026 at 2:25 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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ricky101
Mar 8, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 23 24 25
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ViewAhead
Mar 9, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Oh @Busy-Lizzie what a shocking first day back in the UK. I'm a staunch supporter of local garages - ours is fab and reasonably priced. They rang me this morning to tell me they have my tyre in...
Oh @Busy-Lizzie what a shocking first day back in the UK. I'm a staunch supporter of local garages - ours is fab and reasonably priced. They rang me this morning to tell me they have my tyre in and could fit it at 2.They will return it to me in time to collect the g'kids, bringing their 'remote'...
Oh @Busy-Lizzie what a shocking first day back in the UK. I'm a staunch supporter of local garages - ours is fab and reasonably priced. They rang me this morning to tell me they have my tyre in and could fit it at 2.They will return it to me in...
Oh @Busy-Lizzie what a shocking first day back in the UK. I'm a staunch supporter of local garages - ours is fab and reasonably priced. They rang me this morning to tell me they have my tyre in...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 69 70 71
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Penny_Forthem
Mar 9, 2026 at 3:17 PM
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Chillies 2026
I've grown lemon drop for a few years now. They are very prolific once they get going and I save some seed each year. I tend to use them whole, after rpicking witha darning needle, in bottles...
I've grown lemon drop for a few years now. They are very prolific once they get going and I save some seed each year. I tend to use them whole, after rpicking witha darning needle, in bottles of olive oil for cooking or salad dressings and I remove the pith and seeds of others before chopping...
I've grown lemon drop for a few years now. They are very prolific once they get going and I save some seed each year. I tend to use them whole, after rpicking witha darning needle, in bottles of olive oil for cooking or salad dressings and I...
I've grown lemon drop for a few years now. They are very prolific once they get going and I save some seed each year. I tend to use them whole, after rpicking witha darning needle, in bottles...
CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 8, 2026 at 11:34 AM
Vine weevil grub
Certain plants that I overwinter in pots get the Provado treatment as a matter of course around september time. It also seems to deter other winter pests such as scale insect and mealy bugs,...
Certain plants that I overwinter in pots get the Provado treatment as a matter of course around september time. It also seems to deter other winter pests such as scale insect and mealy bugs, possibly aphids as well.
Certain plants that I overwinter in pots get the Provado treatment as a matter of course around september time. It also seems to deter other winter pests such as scale insect and mealy bugs, possibly aphids as well.
Certain plants that I overwinter in pots get the Provado treatment as a matter of course around september time. It also seems to deter other winter pests such as scale insect and mealy bugs,...
BB3, Feb 28, 2026, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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pete
Mar 8, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Just got back from our walk..found some lovely free nature things to make some garden crafts. both too tired now to do the patio cleaning today. l found some fallen off tree bark that im going sit...
Just got back from our walk..found some lovely free nature things to make some garden crafts. both too tired now to do the patio cleaning today. l found some fallen off tree bark that im going sit now in my little nook & make 3 tea light holders from jam jars , tree bark & jute string. Hubby...
Just got back from our walk..found some lovely free nature things to make some garden crafts. both too tired now to do the patio cleaning today. l found some fallen off tree bark that im going sit now in my little nook & make 3 tea light holders...
Just got back from our walk..found some lovely free nature things to make some garden crafts. both too tired now to do the patio cleaning today. l found some fallen off tree bark that im going sit...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 28 29 30
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Peaceful Gardener
Mar 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Whaaattt?
When I was on the farm the manager went down the road to a farm that was going over to solar panels. They told him the land could be returned to agriculture if needed, he was fairly skeptical, he...
When I was on the farm the manager went down the road to a farm that was going over to solar panels. They told him the land could be returned to agriculture if needed, he was fairly skeptical, he said the amount of concrete going in to support the panels would cost millions to dig out before...
When I was on the farm the manager went down the road to a farm that was going over to solar panels. They told him the land could be returned to agriculture if needed, he was fairly skeptical, he said the amount of concrete going in to support...
When I was on the farm the manager went down the road to a farm that was going over to solar panels. They told him the land could be returned to agriculture if needed, he was fairly skeptical, he...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 374 375 376
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pete
Mar 9, 2026 at 3:41 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 30 31 32
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NigelJ
Mar 8, 2026 at 9:19 PM
is there a reason why my Gaultheria Procumbens keeps getting dug up
Squirrels do this constantly with my smaller pots, they bury stuff in them and come back to dig it up later. The plant being small makes it easy collateral damage. If the camera isn't triggering...
Squirrels do this constantly with my smaller pots, they bury stuff in them and come back to dig it up later. The plant being small makes it easy collateral damage. If the camera isn't triggering it's probably something light enough not to set off the sensor. A bit of chicken wire flat over the...
Squirrels do this constantly with my smaller pots, they bury stuff in them and come back to dig it up later. The plant being small makes it easy collateral damage. If the camera isn't triggering it's probably something light enough not to set off...
Squirrels do this constantly with my smaller pots, they bury stuff in them and come back to dig it up later. The plant being small makes it easy collateral damage. If the camera isn't triggering...
hi2u_uk, Mar 7, 2026 at 12:42 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Joao
Mar 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
@LunarSea I have been to the medical centre this morning and there are two trees just behind the medical centre; one conifer and one deciduous. I don't know if that is where the wagtails roost.
@LunarSea I have been to the medical centre this morning and there are two trees just behind the medical centre; one conifer and one deciduous. I don't know if that is where the wagtails roost.
@LunarSea I have been to the medical centre this morning and there are two trees just behind the medical centre; one conifer and one deciduous. I don't know if that is where the wagtails roost.
@LunarSea I have been to the medical centre this morning and there are two trees just behind the medical centre; one conifer and one deciduous. I don't know if that is where the wagtails roost.
wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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katecat58
Mar 9, 2026 at 11:36 AM
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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...

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 7 8 9
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Perki
Mar 7, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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
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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
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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
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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

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 34 35 36
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Scroggin
Mar 7, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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All you want to know about hedgehogs....
That sounds good @On the Levels. Hope the new hog settles in. We have 5 here as far as we know - 2 adults plus the 3 they produced last year. The back garden is walled all round with the only...
That sounds good @On the Levels. Hope the new hog settles in. We have 5 here as far as we know - 2 adults plus the 3 they produced last year. The back garden is walled all round with the only access ( in or out ) being the small gap under the wooden side gate. The small front garden is also...
That sounds good @On the Levels. Hope the new hog settles in. We have 5 here as far as we know - 2 adults plus the 3 they produced last year. The back garden is walled all round with the only access ( in or out ) being the small gap under the...
That sounds good @On the Levels. Hope the new hog settles in. We have 5 here as far as we know - 2 adults plus the 3 they produced last year. The back garden is walled all round with the only...
Spruce, Dec 3, 2013, Wildlife Corner ... 16 17 18
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Philippa
Mar 8, 2026 at 2:54 PM

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