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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    No civilians ever deserve war, They don't get a say and yet they are the ones who suffer.Re Iran, a few weeks/months of bombing will make very little impact on the underlying ideology.
    No civilians ever deserve war, They don't get a say and yet they are the ones who suffer.Re Iran, a few weeks/months of bombing will make very little impact on the underlying ideology.
    No civilians ever deserve war, They don't get a say and yet they are the ones who suffer.Re Iran, a few weeks/months of bombing will make very little impact on the underlying ideology.
    No civilians ever deserve war, They don't get a say and yet they are the ones who suffer.Re Iran, a few weeks/months of bombing will make very little impact on the underlying ideology.
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  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I did my best to flunk the 11 plus and managed it, the thought of going to grammar school or the technical school was like being doomed, as it was I ended up at just a secondary modern were I...
    I did my best to flunk the 11 plus and managed it, the thought of going to grammar school or the technical school was like being doomed, as it was I ended up at just a secondary modern were I tended to do well. Had I gone to the other two I'd probably been the class idiot, so best not to get...
    I did my best to flunk the 11 plus and managed it, the thought of going to grammar school or the technical school was like being doomed, as it was I ended up at just a secondary modern were I tended to do well. Had I gone to the other two I'd...
    I did my best to flunk the 11 plus and managed it, the thought of going to grammar school or the technical school was like being doomed, as it was I ended up at just a secondary modern were I...
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  3. AnniD

    Californian poppies

    Thanks @pete .
    Thanks @pete .
    Thanks @pete .
    Thanks @pete .
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  4. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Mowed the lawn - first time this year.
    Mowed the lawn - first time this year.
    Mowed the lawn - first time this year.
    Mowed the lawn - first time this year.
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  5. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Too true Simone, we had 25mm yesterday. Currently it is14c and brightly overcast, if that makes sense, We are due more rain showers today but the sun will be back with us in a few days.
    Too true Simone, we had 25mm yesterday. Currently it is14c and brightly overcast, if that makes sense, We are due more rain showers today but the sun will be back with us in a few days.
    Too true Simone, we had 25mm yesterday. Currently it is14c and brightly overcast, if that makes sense, We are due more rain showers today but the sun will be back with us in a few days.
    Too true Simone, we had 25mm yesterday. Currently it is14c and brightly overcast, if that makes sense, We are due more rain showers today but the sun will be back with us in a few days.
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  6. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    It looks as though you had a similar experience to me this morning with duplicates of your posts coming through I am hoping it has just got something to do with the changes that are underway. I...
    It looks as though you had a similar experience to me this morning with duplicates of your posts coming through I am hoping it has just got something to do with the changes that are underway. I deleted my repeat post. I could not agree with you more about just becoming a number as you get...
    It looks as though you had a similar experience to me this morning with duplicates of your posts coming through I am hoping it has just got something to do with the changes that are underway. I deleted my repeat post. I could not agree with you...
    It looks as though you had a similar experience to me this morning with duplicates of your posts coming through I am hoping it has just got something to do with the changes that are underway. I...
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  7. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    The 'lucky' white Heather that blooms for months. Some of my customers who were Travellers and live nearby used to ask for some so that they could sell it.Rhubarb
    The 'lucky' white Heather that blooms for months. Some of my customers who were Travellers and live nearby used to ask for some so that they could sell it.Rhubarb
    The 'lucky' white Heather that blooms for months. Some of my customers who were Travellers and live nearby used to ask for some so that they could sell it.Rhubarb
    The 'lucky' white Heather that blooms for months. Some of my customers who were Travellers and live nearby used to ask for some so that they could sell it.Rhubarb
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  8. eatenbyweasels
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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
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  9. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    Seed potato crops are strictly regulated and inspected, many are grown in the cooler parts of Scotland where aphid infestations are less, helps reduce virus transmission. Climate change could...
    Seed potato crops are strictly regulated and inspected, many are grown in the cooler parts of Scotland where aphid infestations are less, helps reduce virus transmission. Climate change could cause problems at some point. Brexit really messed up Scottish seed potato producers, lost Europe and NI...
    Seed potato crops are strictly regulated and inspected, many are grown in the cooler parts of Scotland where aphid infestations are less, helps reduce virus transmission. Climate change could cause problems at some point. Brexit really messed up...
    Seed potato crops are strictly regulated and inspected, many are grown in the cooler parts of Scotland where aphid infestations are less, helps reduce virus transmission. Climate change could...
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  10. JWK
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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...
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  11. BB3

    Secateur sharpener

    I bought this cheapo one. It's a bit flimsier than my old one but it works fine. I'm not sure what to do with the oil. Perhaps I'll read the instructions.Thank you all for your advice
    I bought this cheapo one. It's a bit flimsier than my old one but it works fine. I'm not sure what to do with the oil. Perhaps I'll read the instructions.Thank you all for your advice
    I bought this cheapo one. It's a bit flimsier than my old one but it works fine. I'm not sure what to do with the oil. Perhaps I'll read the instructions.Thank you all for your advice
    I bought this cheapo one. It's a bit flimsier than my old one but it works fine. I'm not sure what to do with the oil. Perhaps I'll read the instructions.Thank you all for your advice
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  12. Marley Farley
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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
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  13. Fof

    Phal Orchid help needed

    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between...
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between waterings.
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between waterings.
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between...
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  14. JWK
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  15. hi2u_uk

    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...
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  16. PoppyB

    Partial screening suggestions

    So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' :dbgrtmb: 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' :dbgrtmb: 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' :dbgrtmb: 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' :dbgrtmb: 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...
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  17. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens

    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
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  18. Upsydaisy
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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!
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  19. xxxDawnxxx

    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.:thanks:
    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...
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  20. Friendly

    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.
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