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Latest moan from you and me 2026
15 yrs ago I received an NHS letter telling me they would not do my urology op until my oesophagus cancer had been sorted.I was confused and took the letter to the hospital with me, they took it...
15 yrs ago I received an NHS letter telling me they would not do my urology op until my oesophagus cancer had been sorted.I was confused and took the letter to the hospital with me, they took it away and said nothing. The person concerned had a similar date of birth to me, but the numbers...
15 yrs ago I received an NHS letter telling me they would not do my urology op until my oesophagus cancer had been sorted.I was confused and took the letter to the hospital with me, they took it away and said nothing. The person concerned had...
15 yrs ago I received an NHS letter telling me they would not do my urology op until my oesophagus cancer had been sorted.I was confused and took the letter to the hospital with me, they took it...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 89 90 91
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43,705
pete
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Help with plant selection for gravel patch.
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might rearrange things later. You can get a surprising...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Smcask, Mar 22, 2026 at 9:56 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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412
Joao
Mar 27, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
We've had a day of rain/wind/sun/rain/wind/no sun. Greenhouse all repaired and tidied and seeds germinating. Most satisfying. It's a year since I broke my arm and I haven't wielded a hoe in...
We've had a day of rain/wind/sun/rain/wind/no sun. Greenhouse all repaired and tidied and seeds germinating. Most satisfying. It's a year since I broke my arm and I haven't wielded a hoe in ernest since then. I tackled the flower bed of shame today and was able to hoe without any problems. I've...
We've had a day of rain/wind/sun/rain/wind/no sun. Greenhouse all repaired and tidied and seeds germinating. Most satisfying. It's a year since I broke my arm and I haven't wielded a hoe in ernest since then. I tackled the flower bed of shame...
We've had a day of rain/wind/sun/rain/wind/no sun. Greenhouse all repaired and tidied and seeds germinating. Most satisfying. It's a year since I broke my arm and I haven't wielded a hoe in...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 85 86 87
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1,297
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49,033
Penny_Forthem
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they dump a teabag in a cardboard cup. The bean counters...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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253
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18,436
GreenFingeredPete
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:17 AM
How do I stunt a begonia boliviensis without killing it?
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
BB3, Feb 17, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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16
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427
BB3
Mar 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Midges
I have used those horrible yellow sticky paper things too, plus 12 fly papers, plus two UV insect killer mosquito fly pest traps that I mentioned, a pop-up mosquito net for the bed, a ceiling fan,...
I have used those horrible yellow sticky paper things too, plus 12 fly papers, plus two UV insect killer mosquito fly pest traps that I mentioned, a pop-up mosquito net for the bed, a ceiling fan, two dehumidifiers, a fruit fly trap sticky insect ball, two knockdown plug-in mosquito killer -...
I have used those horrible yellow sticky paper things too, plus 12 fly papers, plus two UV insect killer mosquito fly pest traps that I mentioned, a pop-up mosquito net for the bed, a ceiling fan, two dehumidifiers, a fruit fly trap sticky insect...
I have used those horrible yellow sticky paper things too, plus 12 fly papers, plus two UV insect killer mosquito fly pest traps that I mentioned, a pop-up mosquito net for the bed, a ceiling fan,...
potted, Mar 25, 2026 at 10:50 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2
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421
potted
Mar 26, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Very damp out there and temps dropping quickly to 1c. It has been a dreary dayBetter tomorrow with sunny intervals. But temps will only reach 7c.Easter weekend is forecast for drizzle, more...
Very damp out there and temps dropping quickly to 1c. It has been a dreary dayBetter tomorrow with sunny intervals. But temps will only reach 7c.Easter weekend is forecast for drizzle, more drizzle and rain. It's always like that here at Easter. Just have to get some chocolate in stock.
Very damp out there and temps dropping quickly to 1c. It has been a dreary dayBetter tomorrow with sunny intervals. But temps will only reach 7c.Easter weekend is forecast for drizzle, more drizzle and rain. It's always like that here at...
Very damp out there and temps dropping quickly to 1c. It has been a dreary dayBetter tomorrow with sunny intervals. But temps will only reach 7c.Easter weekend is forecast for drizzle, more...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 132 133 134
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34,806
cactus_girl
Mar 27, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I removed the Sempervivums which I planted in a container last year. They failed to thrive, continually shrinking in size and looking miserable. I replaced them with an Erigeron from one of my...
I removed the Sempervivums which I planted in a container last year. They failed to thrive, continually shrinking in size and looking miserable. I replaced them with an Erigeron from one of my borders, a fairly safe bet. I then repotted one of my Hostas and put another in the border near my...
I removed the Sempervivums which I planted in a container last year. They failed to thrive, continually shrinking in size and looking miserable. I replaced them with an Erigeron from one of my borders, a fairly safe bet. I then repotted one of...
I removed the Sempervivums which I planted in a container last year. They failed to thrive, continually shrinking in size and looking miserable. I replaced them with an Erigeron from one of my...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 37 38 39
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Plantminded
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:43 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 32 33 34
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30,375
Logan
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Whaaattt?
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts have all been on the side of country life, the cockerels, bells and smells.@KT53 I see that...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts have all been on the side of country life, the...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 402 403 404
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Choisya aztec pearl hardiness
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother....
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother. Survived-18oC in 2010 and still going strong.
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother. Survived-18oC in 2010 and still going strong.
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother....
Thevictorian, Mar 26, 2026 at 10:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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87
hailbopp
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 27 28 29
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18,433
Ladybird4
Mar 27, 2026 at 6:40 AM
Pot grown Camelia being destroyed by Squirrels
The repellent balls not working is so on brand for squirrels. Ours used to sit on top of the ultrasonic deterrent eating hazelnuts. Only thing that ever actually kept them off anything for me was...
The repellent balls not working is so on brand for squirrels. Ours used to sit on top of the ultrasonic deterrent eating hazelnuts. Only thing that ever actually kept them off anything for me was physical netting, everything else they just treat as a mild inconvenience.
The repellent balls not working is so on brand for squirrels. Ours used to sit on top of the ultrasonic deterrent eating hazelnuts. Only thing that ever actually kept them off anything for me was physical netting, everything else they just treat...
The repellent balls not working is so on brand for squirrels. Ours used to sit on top of the ultrasonic deterrent eating hazelnuts. Only thing that ever actually kept them off anything for me was...
The Bird Lady, Mar 21, 2026 at 4:31 PM, Container Gardening ... 2
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483
Joao
Mar 26, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no scent I can smell.Azara serrata last to flower, larger flowers, serrated leaves and no scent I can...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no scent I can smell.Azara serrata last to flower,...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no...

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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169
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5,499
NigelJ
Mar 27, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....
@GreenFingeredPete If your hose has to go round the corner of the house, can I sugggest you get one of the corner guides that you thread the hose through, it saves the hose rubbing against the...
@GreenFingeredPete If your hose has to go round the corner of the house, can I sugggest you get one of the corner guides that you thread the hose through, it saves the hose rubbing against the brickwork and damaging the hose. I have got one of those autoreels. I have had it for about 10 years...
@GreenFingeredPete If your hose has to go round the corner of the house, can I sugggest you get one of the corner guides that you thread the hose through, it saves the hose rubbing against the brickwork and damaging the hose. I have got one of...
@GreenFingeredPete If your hose has to go round the corner of the house, can I sugggest you get one of the corner guides that you thread the hose through, it saves the hose rubbing against the...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 14, 2026, Tools And Equipment ... 2
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735
Little_Weed
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
This young buck is a magnificent creature, I hope he gets to pass on those great genes.
This young buck is a magnificent creature, I hope he gets to pass on those great genes.
This young buck is a magnificent creature, I hope he gets to pass on those great genes.
This young buck is a magnificent creature, I hope he gets to pass on those great genes.

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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31,318
hydrogardener
Mar 27, 2026 at 12:07 AM
Ladybugs
Loads more here too this year, way more than the last couple of springs. Noticed them clustering around the rose buds already which is perfect timing honestly, the aphids were just starting to...
Loads more here too this year, way more than the last couple of springs. Noticed them clustering around the rose buds already which is perfect timing honestly, the aphids were just starting to show up. The warm February probably helped them come through winter in better shape than usual.
Loads more here too this year, way more than the last couple of springs. Noticed them clustering around the rose buds already which is perfect timing honestly, the aphids were just starting to show up. The warm February probably helped them come...
Loads more here too this year, way more than the last couple of springs. Noticed them clustering around the rose buds already which is perfect timing honestly, the aphids were just starting to...
Meomye, Mar 20, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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472
Joao
Mar 25, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
We had not seen a goldfinch in years, so we put out a Niger seed feeder. Now, we have a flock of them and have gone through 20 pounds of Niger seed, and it costs about $2.50 per pound, still it is...
We had not seen a goldfinch in years, so we put out a Niger seed feeder. Now, we have a flock of them and have gone through 20 pounds of Niger seed, and it costs about $2.50 per pound, still it is worth it to have these colorful little critters flitting about. This is a young non-breeding male.
We had not seen a goldfinch in years, so we put out a Niger seed feeder. Now, we have a flock of them and have gone through 20 pounds of Niger seed, and it costs about $2.50 per pound, still it is worth it to have these colorful little critters...
We had not seen a goldfinch in years, so we put out a Niger seed feeder. Now, we have a flock of them and have gone through 20 pounds of Niger seed, and it costs about $2.50 per pound, still it is...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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hydrogardener
Mar 26, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Give me a few days ( weeks/months ?) to digest that and I'll try again. It is frustrating and I sometimes wish I was back in the '70's when I had "proper" cameras, my own dark room and developed...
Give me a few days ( weeks/months ?) to digest that and I'll try again. It is frustrating and I sometimes wish I was back in the '70's when I had "proper" cameras, my own dark room and developed and printed my own pics. I knew what I was doing then
Give me a few days ( weeks/months ?) to digest that and I'll try again. It is frustrating and I sometimes wish I was back in the '70's when I had "proper" cameras, my own dark room and developed and printed my own pics. I knew what I was doing...
Give me a few days ( weeks/months ?) to digest that and I'll try again. It is frustrating and I sometimes wish I was back in the '70's when I had "proper" cameras, my own dark room and developed...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3 4
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2,446
Philippa
Mar 25, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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New Year - new country - new project!
Good luck with your project @Sian in Belgium, been there, done that, so sympathies to you. At least we were in the same town, not different countries!
Good luck with your project @Sian in Belgium, been there, done that, so sympathies to you. At least we were in the same town, not different countries!
Good luck with your project @Sian in Belgium, been there, done that, so sympathies to you. At least we were in the same town, not different countries!
Good luck with your project @Sian in Belgium, been there, done that, so sympathies to you. At least we were in the same town, not different countries!
Sian in Belgium, Jan 1, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2 3
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lizzie27
Mar 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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