Spring is a prime time for blue flowers and my daily walks currently have several from the same plant family* lining the local footpaths. As I walked past the Donkey Field the other day, I overheard some children ask their parents** what the pictured blue flower was. It reminded me it's often mistaken for those other familial blues and this time was no different, as they said it was forget-me-not, instead of the green alkanet it actually is. As well as similar flowers, most of these plants are hairy in their nature, flower around the same time, and favour damp, shady places. Many of them are great for pollinators too, especially bees and this week's warm weather has certainly drawn them to these flowers. This makes it even more likely for these plants to be mistaken for each other and it's a great opportunity for me to put together a spotter's guide in case you find the same flowers on your outings. Staying with green alkanet, the key features which set it ...
Of course, this would be your "G" post--perfect! I do hope some of your ABC visitors hop over to the virtual tour site so that you reach your goal soon.
ReplyDeleteI just read your last post on trellises and screens. I think you make excellent use of them in your garden; as always, I come away from here with some new ideas.
What a lovely, lovely garden! I'm going to explore your blog when I have time!
ReplyDeleteGood stuff VP!
ReplyDeleteAlways enjoy coming here.
nice post for "G"
ReplyDeleteGreat Garden photos for ABC Wednesday Letter G.
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Beautiful garden and what else WOULD you post today! :D
ReplyDeleteHey, VP, Heritage Open Days are on from the 11th-14th September.
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There might be some properties with gardens you can visit!
I thought the "G" would be for "green." Your grass is almost emerald, while mine is a buff/tan. At least it's starting raining again here.
ReplyDeleteHi everyone - Glad you liked the G!
ReplyDeleteI'll pop over to yours to comment...