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  1. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
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  2. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Freesias; from greenhouse.Chiondoxia lucillae self seeded.Anenome nemorosa self seededCurciligo crassifloraIpheion "Rigel"
    Freesias; from greenhouse.Chiondoxia lucillae self seeded.Anenome nemorosa self seededCurciligo crassifloraIpheion "Rigel"
    Freesias; from greenhouse.Chiondoxia lucillae self seeded.Anenome nemorosa self seededCurciligo crassifloraIpheion "Rigel"
    Freesias; from greenhouse.Chiondoxia lucillae self seeded.Anenome nemorosa self seededCurciligo crassifloraIpheion "Rigel"
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  3. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    I also have some of those cubic yard builders bags that I fill with woodchips to age a bit before using them in the compost pile. So I decided to try some spare potatoes in a couple of the bags,...
    I also have some of those cubic yard builders bags that I fill with woodchips to age a bit before using them in the compost pile. So I decided to try some spare potatoes in a couple of the bags, one was 18 months old, the other less than a year, so will be interested to see if I get anything...
    I also have some of those cubic yard builders bags that I fill with woodchips to age a bit before using them in the compost pile. So I decided to try some spare potatoes in a couple of the bags, one was 18 months old, the other less than a year,...
    I also have some of those cubic yard builders bags that I fill with woodchips to age a bit before using them in the compost pile. So I decided to try some spare potatoes in a couple of the bags,...
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  4. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I always make sure I have cash ( notes and coins ) to hand - it's the best way for the local egg and veg. places which only use "honesty boxes". How does one define "legal" beggars as opposed to...
    I always make sure I have cash ( notes and coins ) to hand - it's the best way for the local egg and veg. places which only use "honesty boxes". How does one define "legal" beggars as opposed to "illegal" ones ? Donating to registered local charities is the safest way I find- usually at least.
    I always make sure I have cash ( notes and coins ) to hand - it's the best way for the local egg and veg. places which only use "honesty boxes". How does one define "legal" beggars as opposed to "illegal" ones ? Donating to registered local...
    I always make sure I have cash ( notes and coins ) to hand - it's the best way for the local egg and veg. places which only use "honesty boxes". How does one define "legal" beggars as opposed to...
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  5. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    My knee is ligament problems @Obelix-Vendée , skiing accident in my 30s, should have been operated on.Your friend turning up like that must have been a bit of a shock @lizzie27 but it was good...
    My knee is ligament problems @Obelix-Vendée , skiing accident in my 30s, should have been operated on.Your friend turning up like that must have been a bit of a shock @lizzie27 but it was good that he was more interested in chat than haute cuisine!It's been warm and sunny. I finished the...
    My knee is ligament problems @Obelix-Vendée , skiing accident in my 30s, should have been operated on.Your friend turning up like that must have been a bit of a shock @lizzie27 but it was good that he was more interested in chat than haute...
    My knee is ligament problems @Obelix-Vendée , skiing accident in my 30s, should have been operated on.Your friend turning up like that must have been a bit of a shock @lizzie27 but it was good...
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  6. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
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  7. JWK
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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.
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  8. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I think the point being made is not that Remembrance Day is a religious event in itself, but that many (most?) of the events commemorating the Armistice are religious, usually Christian. The fact...
    I think the point being made is not that Remembrance Day is a religious event in itself, but that many (most?) of the events commemorating the Armistice are religious, usually Christian. The fact that most events are on the nearest Sunday (Remembrance Sunday) rather than on the 11th itself...
    I think the point being made is not that Remembrance Day is a religious event in itself, but that many (most?) of the events commemorating the Armistice are religious, usually Christian. The fact that most events are on the nearest Sunday...
    I think the point being made is not that Remembrance Day is a religious event in itself, but that many (most?) of the events commemorating the Armistice are religious, usually Christian. The fact...
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  9. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I had a first grass mow on Thursday. Today i repotted all my strawberries: 2 plants in 5 l pot. Shared the excess with my neighbour.
    I had a first grass mow on Thursday. Today i repotted all my strawberries: 2 plants in 5 l pot. Shared the excess with my neighbour.
    I had a first grass mow on Thursday. Today i repotted all my strawberries: 2 plants in 5 l pot. Shared the excess with my neighbour.
    I had a first grass mow on Thursday. Today i repotted all my strawberries: 2 plants in 5 l pot. Shared the excess with my neighbour.
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  10. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Puppy and her Kitten
    Puppy and her Kitten
    Puppy and her Kitten
    Puppy and her Kitten
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  11. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    The fog cleared by 10am and we've had full sun all day. It was very chilly in the shade, but very hot on the tarmac drive. Max about 15c.Down to 2c tonight and tomorrow is the same as today.
    The fog cleared by 10am and we've had full sun all day. It was very chilly in the shade, but very hot on the tarmac drive. Max about 15c.Down to 2c tonight and tomorrow is the same as today.
    The fog cleared by 10am and we've had full sun all day. It was very chilly in the shade, but very hot on the tarmac drive. Max about 15c.Down to 2c tonight and tomorrow is the same as today.
    The fog cleared by 10am and we've had full sun all day. It was very chilly in the shade, but very hot on the tarmac drive. Max about 15c.Down to 2c tonight and tomorrow is the same as today.
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  12. AnniD

    Californian poppies

    Me too @AnniD I sorted my seeds last night and have 4 varieties plus seeds I took from last year's fiery ones.
    Me too @AnniD I sorted my seeds last night and have 4 varieties plus seeds I took from last year's fiery ones.
    Me too @AnniD I sorted my seeds last night and have 4 varieties plus seeds I took from last year's fiery ones.
    Me too @AnniD I sorted my seeds last night and have 4 varieties plus seeds I took from last year's fiery ones.
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  13. 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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  14. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Just had a fire today, haven't had one for a long time!!! Little things please little minds Jiffy :biggrin:
    Just had a fire today, haven't had one for a long time!!! Little things please little minds Jiffy :biggrin:
    Just had a fire today, haven't had one for a long time!!! Little things please little minds Jiffy :biggrin:
    Just had a fire today, haven't had one for a long time!!! Little things please little minds Jiffy :biggrin:
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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. Fof

    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....
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  18. JWK
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  19. 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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  20. 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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