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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    If you believe the BBC forecast it was cloud with 50%ish possibility of rain between about midday and 3pm. Reality was cloudy morning with a warm, sunny if somewhat breezy afternoon.
    If you believe the BBC forecast it was cloud with 50%ish possibility of rain between about midday and 3pm. Reality was cloudy morning with a warm, sunny if somewhat breezy afternoon.
    If you believe the BBC forecast it was cloud with 50%ish possibility of rain between about midday and 3pm. Reality was cloudy morning with a warm, sunny if somewhat breezy afternoon.
    If you believe the BBC forecast it was cloud with 50%ish possibility of rain between about midday and 3pm. Reality was cloudy morning with a warm, sunny if somewhat breezy afternoon.
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  2. potted

    Hoster's

    I think I have found the culprit, if I am to use slug pellets where should I put them? a man from a big DIY super store who advised slug pellets some years ago said- “don’t throw them in your...
    I think I have found the culprit, if I am to use slug pellets where should I put them? a man from a big DIY super store who advised slug pellets some years ago said- “don’t throw them in your garden- throw them in your neighbours garden- then he gets the slugs- not you” anyway, alternatively...
    I think I have found the culprit, if I am to use slug pellets where should I put them? a man from a big DIY super store who advised slug pellets some years ago said- “don’t throw them in your garden- throw them in your neighbours garden- then...
    I think I have found the culprit, if I am to use slug pellets where should I put them? a man from a big DIY super store who advised slug pellets some years ago said- “don’t throw them in your...
    hostas (1).JPG bought some pots.JPG hosta's.JPG hosta's (1).JPG hosta's (2).JPG greenhouse (1).JPG
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  3. LilyTL

    Corkscrew Willow advice please

    From the new picture I agree that the stems and bud do look like an ash. Looking at the old picture again where I thought it had lobed leaves, I believe that might be your neighbours tree. I took...
    From the new picture I agree that the stems and bud do look like an ash. Looking at the old picture again where I thought it had lobed leaves, I believe that might be your neighbours tree. I took the green to be one tree and not two and I could only see leaf detail on one half.
    From the new picture I agree that the stems and bud do look like an ash. Looking at the old picture again where I thought it had lobed leaves, I believe that might be your neighbours tree. I took the green to be one tree and not two and I could...
    From the new picture I agree that the stems and bud do look like an ash. Looking at the old picture again where I thought it had lobed leaves, I believe that might be your neighbours tree. I took...
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  4. pete

    Mushroom compost

    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was contaminated with.
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was...
    I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
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  5. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
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  6. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
    PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
    PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
    PETA are more PITA in my opinion. When they come out with the carp they spout most of the time they seem unhinged.
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  7. NoviceGardener2023

    Switching Olive Tree from Plastic Pot to Long Term Pot Advice

    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and falls on a side, it may crack. I went from clay to...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and...
    Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
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  8. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
    Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
    Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
    Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
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  9. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Signing out for today. I hope everyone has a peaceful evening and I'll see you all tomorrow.
    Signing out for today. I hope everyone has a peaceful evening and I'll see you all tomorrow.
    Signing out for today. I hope everyone has a peaceful evening and I'll see you all tomorrow.
    Signing out for today. I hope everyone has a peaceful evening and I'll see you all tomorrow.
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  10. singer61

    New to here

    Welcome to the forum @singer61 !
    Welcome to the forum @singer61 !
    Welcome to the forum @singer61 !
    Welcome to the forum @singer61 !
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  11. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
    Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
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  12. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
    Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
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  13. Logan
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  14. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to be out of the EU, but am not adverse to visitors. :biggrin:
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to...
    Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
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  15. Selleri

    Queen of the night or similar cactus- recommend please

    I don't have Queen of the Night, but I do have some Epiphyllum. Plants often look the worse for wear.
    I don't have Queen of the Night, but I do have some Epiphyllum. Plants often look the worse for wear.
    I don't have Queen of the Night, but I do have some Epiphyllum. Plants often look the worse for wear.
    I don't have Queen of the Night, but I do have some Epiphyllum. Plants often look the worse for wear.
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  16. BOSullivan

    Pyracantha removal

    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
    It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden. :biggrin:
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  17. Perki

    Phormium which one

    Went to gc early this morning to have a look at phormium not much there but I were looking at a little yucca called gold sword didn't think much of it until back home and reading Pete /...
    Went to gc early this morning to have a look at phormium not much there but I were looking at a little yucca called gold sword didn't think much of it until back home and reading Pete / plantminded comments I quite like the look of the mature plant colour and upright growth I'm looking for. I'll...
    Went to gc early this morning to have a look at phormium not much there but I were looking at a little yucca called gold sword didn't think much of it until back home and reading Pete / plantminded comments I quite like the look of the mature...
    Went to gc early this morning to have a look at phormium not much there but I were looking at a little yucca called gold sword didn't think much of it until back home and reading Pete /...
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  18. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    At the Allotments, took down the Brassica cage, ready to move to a new spot. Lots of Strimming of paths, and the area on the edge of the area where the cage had stood. I still have manure to...
    At the Allotments, took down the Brassica cage, ready to move to a new spot. Lots of Strimming of paths, and the area on the edge of the area where the cage had stood. I still have manure to shift, spread and rotavate in.
    At the Allotments, took down the Brassica cage, ready to move to a new spot. Lots of Strimming of paths, and the area on the edge of the area where the cage had stood. I still have manure to shift, spread and rotavate in.
    At the Allotments, took down the Brassica cage, ready to move to a new spot. Lots of Strimming of paths, and the area on the edge of the area where the cage had stood. I still have manure to...
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  19. collinsc

    Magpie attack! Magpies pulling strands from trees

    Happens every year with our Magpies, even our Blackbird has tried pulling Trachy fibres off. It does no harm to the plant to the plant all.
    Happens every year with our Magpies, even our Blackbird has tried pulling Trachy fibres off. It does no harm to the plant to the plant all.
    Happens every year with our Magpies, even our Blackbird has tried pulling Trachy fibres off. It does no harm to the plant to the plant all.
    Happens every year with our Magpies, even our Blackbird has tried pulling Trachy fibres off. It does no harm to the plant to the plant all.
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  20. collinsc

    Cordyline Australis: Is this dead?

    That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
    That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
    That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
    That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
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