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  1. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Damp on the ground, had some drizzle yesterday evening. 6c, the wind has dropped for the time being.
    Damp on the ground, had some drizzle yesterday evening. 6c, the wind has dropped for the time being.
    Damp on the ground, had some drizzle yesterday evening. 6c, the wind has dropped for the time being.
    Damp on the ground, had some drizzle yesterday evening. 6c, the wind has dropped for the time being.
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  2. Esoxlucius

    Feeding houseplants in winter.

    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or "watery" thin long stems, everything should be just...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after that.If the growth is strong and not pale or...
    My houseplants also have a growth spurt in winter, my theory is that as I tend to re-pot them in spring they focus on root growth into the new compost and have spare energy to put up foliage after...
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  3. Selleri

    Tips and tricks for everyday life

    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
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  4. hailbopp

    Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned

    I’m not so sure @simone_in_wiltshire, painting could transform it :biggrin:.
    I’m not so sure @simone_in_wiltshire, painting could transform it :biggrin:.
    I’m not so sure @simone_in_wiltshire, painting could transform it :biggrin:.
    I’m not so sure @simone_in_wiltshire, painting could transform it :biggrin:.
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  5. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    A very good morning one and all. Aaaaarrrrgh @Penny_Forthem I empathise with your ever decreasing circle trying to sort out your SIM problem. Technology is all well and good until it goes wrong....
    A very good morning one and all. Aaaaarrrrgh @Penny_Forthem I empathise with your ever decreasing circle trying to sort out your SIM problem. Technology is all well and good until it goes wrong. Bit like the fun I've been having with my printer. I give it a task to do - one it has managed for...
    A very good morning one and all. Aaaaarrrrgh @Penny_Forthem I empathise with your ever decreasing circle trying to sort out your SIM problem. Technology is all well and good until it goes wrong. Bit like the fun I've been having with my printer....
    A very good morning one and all. Aaaaarrrrgh @Penny_Forthem I empathise with your ever decreasing circle trying to sort out your SIM problem. Technology is all well and good until it goes wrong....
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  6. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast should always come with a dessert (ice cream is perfect at 6.30 am), and run wild around the foreign...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast should always come with a dessert (ice cream is...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast...
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  7. Adam I

    Slow release fertiliser and microplastics

    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in the digestive systems of cattle let alone in the...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
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  8. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Man builds a 3D printed house for a frog, then makes it more and more palatial. It's only just over 2 minutes, well worth your time!
    Man builds a 3D printed house for a frog, then makes it more and more palatial. It's only just over 2 minutes, well worth your time!
    Man builds a 3D printed house for a frog, then makes it more and more palatial. It's only just over 2 minutes, well worth your time!
    Man builds a 3D printed house for a frog, then makes it more and more palatial. It's only just over 2 minutes, well worth your time!
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  9. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
    I'm glad to know your dog is now able to wear you out @Thevictorian :biggrin: I bet it's a huge relief !
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  10. plantgirl

    Lilac/Syringa - types of

    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that double flowers are harder for bees to navigate,...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that...
    Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
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  11. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
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  12. JWK
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    What's looking Exotic 2025

    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Strelizia reginae blooming for holiday season ...
    Callistrmon 7 Jan 25.jpg Iochroma 7 Jan 25.jpg BoP 1 Jan 25.jpg Hib April Jan 25.jpg Hib Adonicus Prange 29 Dec 24.jpg Hib Double Peach2 29 Dec 24.jpg
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  13. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    Some thing that I find odd is people or companies stating they only use 100%renewable energy. Unless they generate their own how do they know where it comes from.Since getting my smart meters...
    Some thing that I find odd is people or companies stating they only use 100%renewable energy. Unless they generate their own how do they know where it comes from.Since getting my smart meters it just reinforced my opinion that gas is miles cheaper than electricity. I use very little...
    Some thing that I find odd is people or companies stating they only use 100%renewable energy. Unless they generate their own how do they know where it comes from.Since getting my smart meters it just reinforced my opinion that gas is miles...
    Some thing that I find odd is people or companies stating they only use 100%renewable energy. Unless they generate their own how do they know where it comes from.Since getting my smart meters...
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  14. CanadianLori

    Chillies 2026

    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is...
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is waiting in buckets to be used again
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is waiting in buckets to be used again
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is...
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  15. Tidemark

    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 ? :biggrin:
    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 ? :biggrin:
    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,...
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  16. JWK
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  17. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
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  18. BB3
    Funny x 8

    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...
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  19. OrangeHeart

    How to save this cactus please

    Agree with @Michael Hewett that it looks like a root problem. Vine weevil would probably have been very visible when you took it out but there are other, small root pests that could be the case....
    Agree with @Michael Hewett that it looks like a root problem. Vine weevil would probably have been very visible when you took it out but there are other, small root pests that could be the case. Root mealybugs and such.It might be worth taking it out from the pot again and inspect the roots...
    Agree with @Michael Hewett that it looks like a root problem. Vine weevil would probably have been very visible when you took it out but there are other, small root pests that could be the case. Root mealybugs and such.It might be worth taking...
    Agree with @Michael Hewett that it looks like a root problem. Vine weevil would probably have been very visible when you took it out but there are other, small root pests that could be the case....
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  20. OrangeHeart

    New England Aster Seed

    I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
    I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
    I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
    I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
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