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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I finally got our 2nd dumpy bag emptied, although it took me just over three hours to do it as the bag was too large and heavy for us to lift down to the green bins. I had to transfer it bit by...
I finally got our 2nd dumpy bag emptied, although it took me just over three hours to do it as the bag was too large and heavy for us to lift down to the green bins. I had to transfer it bit by bit into a large trug, take that down the garden to where we store the green bins then trudge back up...
I finally got our 2nd dumpy bag emptied, although it took me just over three hours to do it as the bag was too large and heavy for us to lift down to the green bins. I had to transfer it bit by bit into a large trug, take that down the garden to...
I finally got our 2nd dumpy bag emptied, although it took me just over three hours to do it as the bag was too large and heavy for us to lift down to the green bins. I had to transfer it bit by...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 32 33 34
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lizzie27
Mar 20, 2026 at 10:16 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It was a drizzly and windy day with a high of 15.5c, 14.1c now and still drizzly and windy.
It was a drizzly and windy day with a high of 15.5c, 14.1c now and still drizzly and windy.
It was a drizzly and windy day with a high of 15.5c, 14.1c now and still drizzly and windy.
It was a drizzly and windy day with a high of 15.5c, 14.1c now and still drizzly and windy.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 122 123 124
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Victoria
Mar 20, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
I have two 6x8 greenhouses, a few too many sown as always, but better too many than too few
I have two 6x8 greenhouses, a few too many sown as always, but better too many than too few
I have two 6x8 greenhouses, a few too many sown as always, but better too many than too few
I have two 6x8 greenhouses, a few too many sown as always, but better too many than too few

eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 6 7 8
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Hanglow
Mar 20, 2026 at 7:58 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
That's interesting to know @CanadianLori, thank you. I wouldn't say that they are uncomfortable on flat ground though. I grew up in Barbados and they were popular in the hotels there, often...
That's interesting to know @CanadianLori, thank you. I wouldn't say that they are uncomfortable on flat ground though. I grew up in Barbados and they were popular in the hotels there, often around the pool but also on the beach, which can slope. They resemble what are known there as Planter's...
That's interesting to know @CanadianLori, thank you. I wouldn't say that they are uncomfortable on flat ground though. I grew up in Barbados and they were popular in the hotels there, often around the pool but also on the beach, which can slope....
That's interesting to know @CanadianLori, thank you. I wouldn't say that they are uncomfortable on flat ground though. I grew up in Barbados and they were popular in the hotels there, often...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Plantminded
Mar 19, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Phal Orchid help needed
Thanks guys I depotted it. Most of the roots were good, just a couple damaged, I suspect, when they inserted 2 stakes to support the blooms.All damaged roots removed along with the moudly ones....
Thanks guys I depotted it. Most of the roots were good, just a couple damaged, I suspect, when they inserted 2 stakes to support the blooms.All damaged roots removed along with the moudly ones. The peat plug (almost dry) was also removed.The base and roots immersed in 1g/L copper sulphate...
Thanks guys I depotted it. Most of the roots were good, just a couple damaged, I suspect, when they inserted 2 stakes to support the blooms.All damaged roots removed along with the moudly ones. The peat plug (almost dry) was also...
Thanks guys I depotted it. Most of the roots were good, just a couple damaged, I suspect, when they inserted 2 stakes to support the blooms.All damaged roots removed along with the moudly ones....
Fof, Mar 17, 2026 at 11:11 PM, Tropical Gardening
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Fof
Mar 20, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026
Reminds me of a cartoon I saw years ago-a Roman soldier on a half built wall near Newcastle is reading a message from Rome."It's Hadrian, he's asking why it's taking so long to build a well?"
Reminds me of a cartoon I saw years ago-a Roman soldier on a half built wall near Newcastle is reading a message from Rome."It's Hadrian, he's asking why it's taking so long to build a well?"
Reminds me of a cartoon I saw years ago-a Roman soldier on a half built wall near Newcastle is reading a message from Rome."It's Hadrian, he's asking why it's taking so long to build a well?"
Reminds me of a cartoon I saw years ago-a Roman soldier on a half built wall near Newcastle is reading a message from Rome."It's Hadrian, he's asking why it's taking so long to build a well?"
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 25 26 27
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Selleri
Mar 20, 2026 at 8:17 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Must admit I never do anything like that on a tiny phone screen, phones are phones.
Must admit I never do anything like that on a tiny phone screen, phones are phones.
Must admit I never do anything like that on a tiny phone screen, phones are phones.
Must admit I never do anything like that on a tiny phone screen, phones are phones.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 83 84 85
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pete
Mar 20, 2026 at 10:17 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Well, we've just had a big surprise, an old Irish friend we haven't seen for five or six years and who lives/works in the Middle East rang the doorbell just as I was about to dish up dinner! I...
Well, we've just had a big surprise, an old Irish friend we haven't seen for five or six years and who lives/works in the Middle East rang the doorbell just as I was about to dish up dinner! I was rather mortified that our dinner wouldn't stretch to three and could only rustle up ham, egg and...
Well, we've just had a big surprise, an old Irish friend we haven't seen for five or six years and who lives/works in the Middle East rang the doorbell just as I was about to dish up dinner! I was rather mortified that our dinner wouldn't...
Well, we've just had a big surprise, an old Irish friend we haven't seen for five or six years and who lives/works in the Middle East rang the doorbell just as I was about to dish up dinner! I...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 79 80 81
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lizzie27
Mar 20, 2026 at 10:37 PM
is there a reason why my Gaultheria Procumbens keeps getting dug up
It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It...
It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It looks awful with the chicken wire.
It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It looks awful with the chicken wire.
It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It...
hi2u_uk, Mar 7, 2026, Pests, Diseases and Cures ... 2
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 19, 2026 at 3:36 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Ipheion Jessie (I think) This cyclamen has been flowering for ages. Lost label, but I think it's xmirabile Tile barn Greville. So I keep it in cold greenhouse over winter as mirabile is not...
Ipheion Jessie (I think) This cyclamen has been flowering for ages. Lost label, but I think it's xmirabile Tile barn Greville. So I keep it in cold greenhouse over winter as mirabile is not entirely hardy.
Ipheion Jessie (I think) This cyclamen has been flowering for ages. Lost label, but I think it's xmirabile Tile barn Greville. So I keep it in cold greenhouse over winter as mirabile is not entirely hardy.
Ipheion Jessie (I think) This cyclamen has been flowering for ages. Lost label, but I think it's xmirabile Tile barn Greville. So I keep it in cold greenhouse over winter as mirabile is not...

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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CarolineL
Mar 20, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Partial screening suggestions
So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about...
So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about Buddleja x weyeriana 'Sungold' which I gather is sterile. The previously mentioned varieties are...
So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about Buddleja x weyeriana 'Sungold' which I gather is...
So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about...
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026, Other Plants
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PoppyB
Mar 18, 2026 at 10:48 PM
Sunpatiens
Oh really I’ll take a look thank you @salar
Oh really I’ll take a look thank you @salar
Oh really I’ll take a look thank you @salar
Oh really I’ll take a look thank you @salar
xxxDawnxxx, Mar 18, 2026 at 8:51 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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xxxDawnxxx
Mar 20, 2026 at 9:12 PM
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Potato Growing 2026
There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti...
There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti fungals Just a few others off my head: potato virus x, y, a, leaf roll virus, early blight.because...
There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti fungals Just a few others off my head: potato virus...
There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Adam I
Mar 20, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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What's Cooking Today??
good idea to make ice cubes!
good idea to make ice cubes!
good idea to make ice cubes!
good idea to make ice cubes!
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 82 83 84
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Adam I
Mar 18, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Sunpatiens availability please
Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will...
Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will be available in garden centres as I can’t remember when I purchased them, I think it was May.
Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will be available in garden centres as I can’t remember...
Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will...
xxxDawnxxx, Mar 18, 2026 at 9:27 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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xxxDawnxxx
Mar 18, 2026 at 9:27 PM
What is this please?
I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
Friendly, Mar 17, 2026 at 5:23 PM, Identification Area
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Friendly
Mar 18, 2026 at 7:56 PM
YouTube mega thread
Puppy and her Kitten
Puppy and her Kitten
Puppy and her Kitten
Puppy and her Kitten
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 31 32 33
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Logan
Mar 20, 2026 at 10:53 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 16 17 18
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pete
Mar 18, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026
One of three Brimstones which settled on the Primroses briefly on our walk around Kingston Lacy NT this morning.
One of three Brimstones which settled on the Primroses briefly on our walk around Kingston Lacy NT this morning.
One of three Brimstones which settled on the Primroses briefly on our walk around Kingston Lacy NT this morning.
One of three Brimstones which settled on the Primroses briefly on our walk around Kingston Lacy NT this morning.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner
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strongylodon
Mar 19, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
Wood anenomes out in the spring sunshine
Wood anenomes out in the spring sunshine
Wood anenomes out in the spring sunshine
Wood anenomes out in the spring sunshine

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 35 36 37
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Scroggin
Mar 19, 2026 at 11:34 AM

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