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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Cold wind but the sun has come out so 10 degrees just now, fitted the auto openers on the greenhouse roof as it's getting over 30 degrees in there, where I am spending a lot more time lol.
    Cold wind but the sun has come out so 10 degrees just now, fitted the auto openers on the greenhouse roof as it's getting over 30 degrees in there, where I am spending a lot more time lol.
    Cold wind but the sun has come out so 10 degrees just now, fitted the auto openers on the greenhouse roof as it's getting over 30 degrees in there, where I am spending a lot more time lol.
    Cold wind but the sun has come out so 10 degrees just now, fitted the auto openers on the greenhouse roof as it's getting over 30 degrees in there, where I am spending a lot more time lol.
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  2. BB3
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    Euphorbia

    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I like the way BBC's Saturday Kitchen team do specials for Diwali, Eid and Hanukkah as well as Xmas and Easter - concentrating on the sharing and celebratory aspects we can all enjoy. Seeing the...
    I like the way BBC's Saturday Kitchen team do specials for Diwali, Eid and Hanukkah as well as Xmas and Easter - concentrating on the sharing and celebratory aspects we can all enjoy. Seeing the human side of religions without being evangelical about it has to help break down barriers against...
    I like the way BBC's Saturday Kitchen team do specials for Diwali, Eid and Hanukkah as well as Xmas and Easter - concentrating on the sharing and celebratory aspects we can all enjoy. Seeing the human side of religions without being evangelical...
    I like the way BBC's Saturday Kitchen team do specials for Diwali, Eid and Hanukkah as well as Xmas and Easter - concentrating on the sharing and celebratory aspects we can all enjoy. Seeing the...
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  4. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    Yes, but same family and hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family and hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family and hardy like other brassicas.
    Yes, but same family and hardy like other brassicas.
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  5. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    We had a very successful first sortie of the year, mainly in sunshine. The dogs loved it, especially Rufus, who has grown enormously in confidence. We managed 2 BBQs - quite minimalist ones, but...
    We had a very successful first sortie of the year, mainly in sunshine. The dogs loved it, especially Rufus, who has grown enormously in confidence. We managed 2 BBQs - quite minimalist ones, but very tasty, even with basic 'sides'. Before we left, we did an inventory, so hopefully, I won't go...
    We had a very successful first sortie of the year, mainly in sunshine. The dogs loved it, especially Rufus, who has grown enormously in confidence. We managed 2 BBQs - quite minimalist ones, but very tasty, even with basic 'sides'. Before we...
    We had a very successful first sortie of the year, mainly in sunshine. The dogs loved it, especially Rufus, who has grown enormously in confidence. We managed 2 BBQs - quite minimalist ones, but...
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  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    My car insurance is due, so I go to the comparison sites and get loads of quotes. Now everyone tells you to not get pressurised into buying something on the spur of the moment, but all I get from...
    My car insurance is due, so I go to the comparison sites and get loads of quotes. Now everyone tells you to not get pressurised into buying something on the spur of the moment, but all I get from these sharks is the price could change tomorrow.How do these rip off merchants get away with it,...
    My car insurance is due, so I go to the comparison sites and get loads of quotes. Now everyone tells you to not get pressurised into buying something on the spur of the moment, but all I get from these sharks is the price could change...
    My car insurance is due, so I go to the comparison sites and get loads of quotes. Now everyone tells you to not get pressurised into buying something on the spur of the moment, but all I get from...
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  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    You all sound busy!I turned out my compost bin today and I am pleased with the result. It was hard work tipping the bin over and shovelling it into tubs! Most of it can be used for my potatoes...
    You all sound busy!I turned out my compost bin today and I am pleased with the result. It was hard work tipping the bin over and shovelling it into tubs! Most of it can be used for my potatoes and veg in tubs/sacks, with some bought compost mixed it. Makes growing veg in pots a bit more...
    You all sound busy!I turned out my compost bin today and I am pleased with the result. It was hard work tipping the bin over and shovelling it into tubs! Most of it can be used for my potatoes and veg in tubs/sacks, with some bought compost...
    You all sound busy!I turned out my compost bin today and I am pleased with the result. It was hard work tipping the bin over and shovelling it into tubs! Most of it can be used for my potatoes...
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  8. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens

    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
    You're welcome. It's a good plant to have a go with as the success rate is high. Maybe 80% of cuttings will take and grow on happily.
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  9. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall mix). Why? Because I like Cornflowers. Ditto with...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
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  10. Greenfield81

    Choisya dying?

    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
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  11. JWK
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  12. 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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  13. Banana Man

    Bananaman's Hideout 2026

    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
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  14. Meomye

    Ladybugs

    Yes, I've seen quite a few over the last couple of weeks .
    Yes, I've seen quite a few over the last couple of weeks .
    Yes, I've seen quite a few over the last couple of weeks .
    Yes, I've seen quite a few over the last couple of weeks .
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  15. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
    Osmocote slow release pellets & superphosphate ??
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  16. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    My fritillaria.
    My fritillaria.
    My fritillaria.
    My fritillaria.
    upload_2026-3-1_8-47-8.jpeg 20260226_160149.jpg IMG_20260301_111623.jpg DSC05585.jpeg Witch Hazel.jpg Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.jpg
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  17. hailbopp

    What should I try and get for them?

    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
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  18. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    And there was me thinking I was well hidden :whistle:
    And there was me thinking I was well hidden :whistle:
    And there was me thinking I was well hidden :whistle:
    And there was me thinking I was well hidden :whistle:
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  19. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    An excellent programme on TV last night (BBC 4 I think ) about butterflies.
    An excellent programme on TV last night (BBC 4 I think ) about butterflies.
    An excellent programme on TV last night (BBC 4 I think ) about butterflies.
    An excellent programme on TV last night (BBC 4 I think ) about butterflies.
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  20. BezzaDougal

    Could anyone identify this plant please?

    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
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