Frogs
Frogs (Rana temporaria) – we have plenty of them in the Charlton Down Nature Area but we don’t often see … Continue reading Frogs
Category: SPRING
Blackthorn
Blackthorn bushes (Prunus spinosa) like to grow in Charlton Down Nature Area in two locations. A small cluster of the … Continue reading Blackthorn
New plants for the pond
The new pond in Charlton Down Nature Area was built in the footprint of the old one after much strenuous … Continue reading New plants for the pond
Bog Bean
Bog Bean flowers (Menyanthes trifoliata) have always been a feature of the pond in Charlton Down Nature Area. They prefer … Continue reading Bog Bean
Beech
There is only one true Beech tree (Fagus sylvatica) in Charlton Down Nature Area. It is found close to the … Continue reading Beech
Cow Parsley Flowers
Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris) is at its very best right now in mid May at Charlton Down Nature Area. Whichever … Continue reading Cow Parsley Flowers
The Ash
There are several Ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior) in Charlton Down Nature Area. It is only one species out of 28 … Continue reading The Ash
Cherry Blossoms
The cherry blossoms have been beautiful this late April and early May. There are 5 cherry trees in the Charlton … Continue reading Cherry Blossoms
Arum Lily
Arum Lily (Arum maculatum), also known as Cuckoo Pint or Lords and Ladies. This is a common plant growing in … Continue reading Arum Lily
A Fresh Start
This blog is basically a story about revival and survival – regeneration and conservation. The small Dorset village where I … Continue reading A Fresh Start
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