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  1. CostasK

    New year, new garden tweak

    I Don't have the luma in my garden it's in another on the opposite hill. It's crown lifted to show off its cinamon bark and trimmed like a umbrella to keep the size down, flowering takes a hit...
    I Don't have the luma in my garden it's in another on the opposite hill. It's crown lifted to show off its cinamon bark and trimmed like a umbrella to keep the size down, flowering takes a hit doing this though.I were just going off the advertise size on the rhamas 16ft last time I looked...
    I Don't have the luma in my garden it's in another on the opposite hill. It's crown lifted to show off its cinamon bark and trimmed like a umbrella to keep the size down, flowering takes a hit doing this though.I were just going off the...
    I Don't have the luma in my garden it's in another on the opposite hill. It's crown lifted to show off its cinamon bark and trimmed like a umbrella to keep the size down, flowering takes a hit...
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  2. Logan

    programmes to watch

    Foyle's war is about the only one I've watched, I kind of heard a new series has been made.I find most of them far too long for the amount of content, they dont hold my attention.
    Foyle's war is about the only one I've watched, I kind of heard a new series has been made.I find most of them far too long for the amount of content, they dont hold my attention.
    Foyle's war is about the only one I've watched, I kind of heard a new series has been made.I find most of them far too long for the amount of content, they dont hold my attention.
    Foyle's war is about the only one I've watched, I kind of heard a new series has been made.I find most of them far too long for the amount of content, they dont hold my attention.
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Even with the bright sunshine all day it didn't go above -1c here.
    Even with the bright sunshine all day it didn't go above -1c here.
    Even with the bright sunshine all day it didn't go above -1c here.
    Even with the bright sunshine all day it didn't go above -1c here.
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    I am going to sign out now as I have had enough excitement for one day! See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out now as I have had enough excitement for one day! See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out now as I have had enough excitement for one day! See you all tomorrow.
    I am going to sign out now as I have had enough excitement for one day! See you all tomorrow.
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  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    The trouble with Combi boilers etc is not the actual pump for the condensation, but the condensate, on leaving high up on a house, the steam freezes, until no more evaporate can occur so the pump...
    The trouble with Combi boilers etc is not the actual pump for the condensation, but the condensate, on leaving high up on a house, the steam freezes, until no more evaporate can occur so the pump stops and the boiler shuts down, Who would haver thought that sending water out into the night air...
    The trouble with Combi boilers etc is not the actual pump for the condensation, but the condensate, on leaving high up on a house, the steam freezes, until no more evaporate can occur so the pump stops and the boiler shuts down, Who would haver...
    The trouble with Combi boilers etc is not the actual pump for the condensation, but the condensate, on leaving high up on a house, the steam freezes, until no more evaporate can occur so the pump...
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire

    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
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  7. Michael Hewett
    Agree x 5

    Slow pages

    Was a bit slow this morning, but back to normal now. I have, however, moved the wifi modom to another position in the room.
    Was a bit slow this morning, but back to normal now. I have, however, moved the wifi modom to another position in the room.
    Was a bit slow this morning, but back to normal now. I have, however, moved the wifi modom to another position in the room.
    Was a bit slow this morning, but back to normal now. I have, however, moved the wifi modom to another position in the room.
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  8. hailbopp

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

    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I was younger I used to gift garden plants to my mother-on-law till I understood she wasn't interested...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I was younger I used to gift garden plants to my...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I...
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  9. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Non US casualties don't count.
    Non US casualties don't count.
    Non US casualties don't count.
    Non US casualties don't count.
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  10. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
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  11. Rich_83

    Apple tree pruning

    Sharing my monster. I don't mean to hijack the thread - we could al learn something. It has a goblet shape, but is otherwise probably far from ideal. Top right there is a bit that I'll tackle next...
    Sharing my monster. I don't mean to hijack the thread - we could al learn something. It has a goblet shape, but is otherwise probably far from ideal. Top right there is a bit that I'll tackle next year, it has a wonderful Mmne Alfred Carrière growing through. @infradig I have not cut back all...
    Sharing my monster. I don't mean to hijack the thread - we could al learn something. It has a goblet shape, but is otherwise probably far from ideal. Top right there is a bit that I'll tackle next year, it has a wonderful Mmne Alfred Carrière...
    Sharing my monster. I don't mean to hijack the thread - we could al learn something. It has a goblet shape, but is otherwise probably far from ideal. Top right there is a bit that I'll tackle next...
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  12. ArmyAirForce

    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    It looked very picturesque in the wood, with the ground covered in snow. The last time, the wind was so strong, much of the snow was carried over or through the wood, as a result of the airflow...
    It looked very picturesque in the wood, with the ground covered in snow. The last time, the wind was so strong, much of the snow was carried over or through the wood, as a result of the airflow rolling over the nearby hedge.4th January 2026I've not seen the rabbits since around the middle...
    It looked very picturesque in the wood, with the ground covered in snow. The last time, the wind was so strong, much of the snow was carried over or through the wood, as a result of the airflow rolling over the nearby hedge.4th January...
    It looked very picturesque in the wood, with the ground covered in snow. The last time, the wind was so strong, much of the snow was carried over or through the wood, as a result of the airflow...
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  13. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
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  14. aisha badmus

    Veggie Garden for a beginner

    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the concrete base to allow excess water to drain away. You could well have a drought for part of the year but...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the concrete base to allow excess water to drain away. You...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the...
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  15. hailbopp

    Recommendations for double oriental lilies

    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
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  16. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    Spicesontheweb have started selling their plug plants if anyone wants to go that route. I got their tall aji baccatum set of 6 last year, all were good and produced plenty of fruit.
    Spicesontheweb have started selling their plug plants if anyone wants to go that route. I got their tall aji baccatum set of 6 last year, all were good and produced plenty of fruit.
    Spicesontheweb have started selling their plug plants if anyone wants to go that route. I got their tall aji baccatum set of 6 last year, all were good and produced plenty of fruit.
    Spicesontheweb have started selling their plug plants if anyone wants to go that route. I got their tall aji baccatum set of 6 last year, all were good and produced plenty of fruit.
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  17. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2026

    For outdoor pots I mix my peat free compost with GC bag of manure ratio 10 parts compost to one of manure. Helps to retain moisture. Plus some perilite.
    For outdoor pots I mix my peat free compost with GC bag of manure ratio 10 parts compost to one of manure. Helps to retain moisture. Plus some perilite.
    For outdoor pots I mix my peat free compost with GC bag of manure ratio 10 parts compost to one of manure. Helps to retain moisture. Plus some perilite.
    For outdoor pots I mix my peat free compost with GC bag of manure ratio 10 parts compost to one of manure. Helps to retain moisture. Plus some perilite.
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  18. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just now 12 males fly in together. But they don't like the winter thrushes and chase them off. There are...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just now 12 males fly in together. But they don't like...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just...
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  19. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    He is beautiful @Michael Hewett. I'm sure you'll be perfect pals.
    He is beautiful @Michael Hewett. I'm sure you'll be perfect pals.
    He is beautiful @Michael Hewett. I'm sure you'll be perfect pals.
    He is beautiful @Michael Hewett. I'm sure you'll be perfect pals.
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  20. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    A golfer was involved in a terrible car crash and was rushed to the hospital. Just before he was put under, the surgeon popped in to see him."I have some good news and some bad news," says the...
    A golfer was involved in a terrible car crash and was rushed to the hospital. Just before he was put under, the surgeon popped in to see him."I have some good news and some bad news," says the surgeon. "The bad news is that I have to remove your right arm!""Oh God no!" cries the man. "My...
    A golfer was involved in a terrible car crash and was rushed to the hospital. Just before he was put under, the surgeon popped in to see him."I have some good news and some bad news," says the surgeon. "The bad news is that I have to remove...
    A golfer was involved in a terrible car crash and was rushed to the hospital. Just before he was put under, the surgeon popped in to see him."I have some good news and some bad news," says the...
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