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  1. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Agree, @AnniD . I believe it started that year when the energy prices were so high, first episode, it was very important to him to stress that we shouldn't get him wrong, climate change has always...
    Agree, @AnniD . I believe it started that year when the energy prices were so high, first episode, it was very important to him to stress that we shouldn't get him wrong, climate change has always happened, and earth continued, but question is if human can cope with it. Since then, I find him...
    Agree, @AnniD . I believe it started that year when the energy prices were so high, first episode, it was very important to him to stress that we shouldn't get him wrong, climate change has always happened, and earth continued, but question is if...
    Agree, @AnniD . I believe it started that year when the energy prices were so high, first episode, it was very important to him to stress that we shouldn't get him wrong, climate change has always...
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  2. Kevin Cowans

    Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....

    I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to...
    I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to get a fresh bit of hose. I use a smear of vaseline rather than grease as a lubricant if...
    I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to get a fresh bit of hose. I use a smear of vaseline...
    I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to...
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  3. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    :nonofinger: Dangerous!:biggrin:
    :nonofinger: Dangerous!:biggrin:
    :nonofinger: Dangerous!:biggrin:
    :nonofinger: Dangerous!:biggrin:
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  4. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
    Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
    Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
    Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
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  5. Logan
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they...
    Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they started drinking. After 5 years, the wood was rotting away and I didn't want that the pigeons got hurt. I...
    Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they started drinking. After 5 years, the wood was rotting...
    Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they...
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  7. Smcask

    Help with plant selection for gravel patch.

    Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull...
    Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull up a bit more and have found slab having in bits too! So who know what else is under there. The...
    Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull up a bit more and have found slab having in bits...
    Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull...
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  8. LilyTL

    Getting rid of Wisteria

    I used SBK stump killer on mine last winter, no sign of any regrowth so far this year.I think you should only use it in winter though.
    I used SBK stump killer on mine last winter, no sign of any regrowth so far this year.I think you should only use it in winter though.
    I used SBK stump killer on mine last winter, no sign of any regrowth so far this year.I think you should only use it in winter though.
    I used SBK stump killer on mine last winter, no sign of any regrowth so far this year.I think you should only use it in winter though.
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  9. LilyTL

    Reusing soil from wisteria pots

    @LilyTL, yes, you can re-use the compost from the pots but you should remove any roots first. The removed compost would benefit from some granular fertiliser being mixed with it and/or some bagged...
    @LilyTL, yes, you can re-use the compost from the pots but you should remove any roots first. The removed compost would benefit from some granular fertiliser being mixed with it and/or some bagged manure to beef it up before re-using either in pots or in the garden.
    @LilyTL, yes, you can re-use the compost from the pots but you should remove any roots first. The removed compost would benefit from some granular fertiliser being mixed with it and/or some bagged manure to beef it up before re-using either in...
    @LilyTL, yes, you can re-use the compost from the pots but you should remove any roots first. The removed compost would benefit from some granular fertiliser being mixed with it and/or some bagged...
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  10. LilyTL

    Hello from France

    Which bit of France @LilyTL ? There are a few of us here and all with different weather and soils.
    Which bit of France @LilyTL ? There are a few of us here and all with different weather and soils.
    Which bit of France @LilyTL ? There are a few of us here and all with different weather and soils.
    Which bit of France @LilyTL ? There are a few of us here and all with different weather and soils.
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  11. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I think the FIFA world cup should be either cancelled or rescheduled to venues in Canada and Mexico. The US can't be trusted to treat competitors, officials or fans with decency, especilly if...
    I think the FIFA world cup should be either cancelled or rescheduled to venues in Canada and Mexico. The US can't be trusted to treat competitors, officials or fans with decency, especilly if they are brown.Mid you, I could also do without any football at all, but it does seem absurd to put...
    I think the FIFA world cup should be either cancelled or rescheduled to venues in Canada and Mexico. The US can't be trusted to treat competitors, officials or fans with decency, especilly if they are brown.Mid you, I could also do without any...
    I think the FIFA world cup should be either cancelled or rescheduled to venues in Canada and Mexico. The US can't be trusted to treat competitors, officials or fans with decency, especilly if...
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  12. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026

    A small golden yellow Bougie bought last summer as a plug and is just starting to grow with flowers before the leaves.Vreisea offset coming into flower after only a year!Vriesea Mundo.
    A small golden yellow Bougie bought last summer as a plug and is just starting to grow with flowers before the leaves.Vreisea offset coming into flower after only a year!Vriesea Mundo.
    A small golden yellow Bougie bought last summer as a plug and is just starting to grow with flowers before the leaves.Vreisea offset coming into flower after only a year!Vriesea Mundo.
    A small golden yellow Bougie bought last summer as a plug and is just starting to grow with flowers before the leaves.Vreisea offset coming into flower after only a year!Vriesea Mundo.
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  13. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs :yahoo:
    I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs :yahoo:
    I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs :yahoo:
    I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs :yahoo:
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  14. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might...
    I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might get a text confirming this do I heck as like. They can text me to get photos of the affected part of...
    I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might get a text confirming this do I heck as like. They...
    I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might...
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  15. latimer

    Trying to understand how to fill a part of a bed

    Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the...
    Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the first photo, you do have some height in the area. Have you considered Erigeron (a.k.a. Mexican Fleabane?)
    Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the first photo, you do have some height in the area....
    Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the...
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  16. The Bird Lady

    Pot grown Camelia being destroyed by Squirrels

    Squirrels like the nectar in the middle, they pull them off and then eat the middle, discarding the petals as if to say 'look what I've done'!! :sad:
    Squirrels like the nectar in the middle, they pull them off and then eat the middle, discarding the petals as if to say 'look what I've done'!! :sad:
    Squirrels like the nectar in the middle, they pull them off and then eat the middle, discarding the petals as if to say 'look what I've done'!! :sad:
    Squirrels like the nectar in the middle, they pull them off and then eat the middle, discarding the petals as if to say 'look what I've done'!! :sad:
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  17. dogsbody

    Taties

    I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far:)
    I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far:)
    I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far:)
    I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far:)
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  18. Dan1981

    Advice or ideas on narrow garden landscaping, partitioning and dealing with a raised patio

    Over 30 plants gone in over the past couple months. Here's some updated pictures.Still yet to tackle the patio area.Have put in a lot of evergreens. 2 holly, 5 euonymus, 1 bamboo, 6 red...
    Over 30 plants gone in over the past couple months. Here's some updated pictures.Still yet to tackle the patio area.Have put in a lot of evergreens. 2 holly, 5 euonymus, 1 bamboo, 6 red robins, 2 pieris, 3 yew, and a few others I can't remember.
    Over 30 plants gone in over the past couple months. Here's some updated pictures.Still yet to tackle the patio area.Have put in a lot of evergreens. 2 holly, 5 euonymus, 1 bamboo, 6 red robins, 2 pieris, 3 yew, and a few others I can't remember.
    Over 30 plants gone in over the past couple months. Here's some updated pictures.Still yet to tackle the patio area.Have put in a lot of evergreens. 2 holly, 5 euonymus, 1 bamboo, 6 red...
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  19. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we...
    That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we were out dancing near Namur. I happened to be looking at her as it happened. She said she felt odd...
    That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we were out dancing near Namur. I happened to be...
    That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we...
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  20. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
    We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
    We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
    We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
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