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Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner...
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner for furniture etc., things that can be still used. I'm sure there will be someone who likes that and...
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner for furniture etc., things that can be still used....
@hailbopp You have my full support. That thing looks so ugly, I can't deny the idea that this person who gave it to you wanted to get rid of it. We have a local tip nearby and there is a corner...
hailbopp, Dec 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
We are back in Norfolk. Awful journey again. Took ages to get onto the M25. Google maps tried to take us through a housing estate to afford the jam before the Dartford Tunnel. Only problem was...
We are back in Norfolk. Awful journey again. Took ages to get onto the M25. Google maps tried to take us through a housing estate to afford the jam before the Dartford Tunnel. Only problem was that it told everyone else too! Took 1 1/2 hours longer than usual.House was only 11C but it felt...
We are back in Norfolk. Awful journey again. Took ages to get onto the M25. Google maps tried to take us through a housing estate to afford the jam before the Dartford Tunnel. Only problem was that it told everyone else too! Took 1 1/2 hours...
We are back in Norfolk. Awful journey again. Took ages to get onto the M25. Google maps tried to take us through a housing estate to afford the jam before the Dartford Tunnel. Only problem was...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 409 410 411
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Busy-Lizzie
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the car ready. Roads were a bit icy.It was 0c this morning, but warmed up over the day to 7c and we...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the car ready. Roads were a bit icy.It was 0c this...
We had glass frost this morning. I noticed that because I needed urgently green vegetable after the unhealthy food in the last 6 days. When I left half past 8, it took me some minutes to get the...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 542 543 544
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with
Rosemary is a good idea. It flowers, used in cooking, grows quickly and growing cuttings is easy. Tough plant as it grows up mountains in Greece.
Rosemary is a good idea. It flowers, used in cooking, grows quickly and growing cuttings is easy. Tough plant as it grows up mountains in Greece.
Rosemary is a good idea. It flowers, used in cooking, grows quickly and growing cuttings is easy. Tough plant as it grows up mountains in Greece.
Rosemary is a good idea. It flowers, used in cooking, grows quickly and growing cuttings is easy. Tough plant as it grows up mountains in Greece.
Selleri, Dec 15, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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waterbut
Dec 26, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
This is more like it!
This is more like it!
This is more like it!
This is more like it!

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 49 50 51
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SherwoodArrow
Dec 26, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and feel home in the North East clay. Potted up the...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the bulbs. Fingers crossed they appreciate the effort and...
Finally, finally managed to plant my botanical tulips. I have done my best for them, a South- West facing sloping bed with much improved well dug soil, I also added a layer of sand under the...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 270 271 272
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Selleri
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian I bet it's a huge relief !
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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Michael Hewett
Dec 27, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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Electric cars.
Thanks.I don't understand the commissioning period part as it was all up and running right after they had finished the installation. The installers notified the electricity company who turned...
Thanks.I don't understand the commissioning period part as it was all up and running right after they had finished the installation. The installers notified the electricity company who turned up whilst they were finishing the installation. All done in one day. It almost didn't get finished...
Thanks.I don't understand the commissioning period part as it was all up and running right after they had finished the installation. The installers notified the electricity company who turned up whilst they were finishing the installation. ...
Thanks.I don't understand the commissioning period part as it was all up and running right after they had finished the installation. The installers notified the electricity company who turned...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 177 178 179
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shiney
Dec 27, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my brain starts to work at its best, and worked...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French blogging software. I got up at 2 every morning when my...
When OH left house heading to Berlin 7 days ago, I had time to do what I wanted to do and this was making progress in my second hobby next to gardening: creating templates/themes for a French...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 27, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Whaaattt?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ?
I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 295 296 297
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Philippa
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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What's Looking Good December 2025
Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.
Frosted Heucheras adding some interest this morning.

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Plantminded
Dec 27, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2025
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
On Thursday as I was cooking Christmas Dinner my son said 'One day I will help you with the bills, groceries, expenses and the house-work'My eyes really filled up.He will be 34 next month.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 111 112 113
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Cordy
Dec 27, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Wisteria - Any ideas what this is?
I grew 3 wisterias from seeds from a seed pod from my wisteria years ago. They grew into plants but mine died.The one I gave my daughter grew well and flowered some years later then she moved...
I grew 3 wisterias from seeds from a seed pod from my wisteria years ago. They grew into plants but mine died.The one I gave my daughter grew well and flowered some years later then she moved house and left it behind.The one I gave a friend grew well too then she also moved house but she...
I grew 3 wisterias from seeds from a seed pod from my wisteria years ago. They grew into plants but mine died.The one I gave my daughter grew well and flowered some years later then she moved house and left it behind.The one I gave a friend...
I grew 3 wisterias from seeds from a seed pod from my wisteria years ago. They grew into plants but mine died.The one I gave my daughter grew well and flowered some years later then she moved...
SomersetChap, Dec 23, 2025 at 8:17 PM, Identification Area
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Busy-Lizzie
Dec 25, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Chillies 2026
I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana...
I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana gold and red aji delight. Im told they get bigger than normal chillis. not spicy. scotch bonnets are...
I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana gold and red aji delight. Im told they get bigger...
I took 2 of the sweet peppers indoors with all of the yellow bacinhos. those will be in their third year now and theyre getting nice and productive.i will try growing 2 Baccatums again: havana...
CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025 at 12:14 PM, Edible Gardening
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Adam I
Dec 27, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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Onion growing 2026
Right thanks.
Right thanks.
Right thanks.
Right thanks.
burnie, Dec 12, 2025, Edible Gardening
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pete
Dec 25, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Supporting a plant in a plant pot container
Cut three or four appropriately sized sections off a bamboo cane and wedge them horizontally between the inner and outer pot. Should aid stability and allow humidity to rise.
Cut three or four appropriately sized sections off a bamboo cane and wedge them horizontally between the inner and outer pot. Should aid stability and allow humidity to rise.
Cut three or four appropriately sized sections off a bamboo cane and wedge them horizontally between the inner and outer pot. Should aid stability and allow humidity to rise.
Cut three or four appropriately sized sections off a bamboo cane and wedge them horizontally between the inner and outer pot. Should aid stability and allow humidity to rise.
Alan Tomox, Dec 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM, Other Plants
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Plantminded
Dec 25, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Fugitive pickled walnuts.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having to drink lots of cold beer to sooth it.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
BB3, Dec 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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pete
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Plumeria
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....

Victoria, Apr 19, 2023, Tropical Gardening ... 4 5 6
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Victoria
Dec 25, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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CanadianLori
Dec 25, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 411 412 413
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Philippa
Dec 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM

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