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Growing along the edge of a field of broad beans in Bawburgh.

25.06.2019

Recent Sightings

Green-leaved Snowdrop

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A small clump of Green-leaved Snowdrop (Galanthus woronowii) was seen in the churchyard of St Remigius, Hethersett.

Woodruff on arable hedgebank

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We were walking along a footpath through arable fields south of Fakenham when we spotted patches of frequent Woodruff (Galium odoratum).

Tree Cotoneaster in Fincham churchyard

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We found this Tree Cotoneaster in Fincham churchyard, in west Norfolk; there were a number of plants present, it would appear that the local birds have taken a liking to the berries and have deposited them in various locations around the village.

Grass-of-Parnassus on Booton Common

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Grass-of-Parnassus (Parnassia palustris) — Grass-of-Parnassus (*Parnassia palustris*) Photo: Bob Ellis

We were fortunate to come across this small patch of Grass-of-Parnassus growing on this species rich fen. There were around 25 plants in flower growing within one 10 meter square.

Harsh Downy-rose

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It seems to be a good autumn for rose hips and now is the easiest time of year to spot the more unusual species.