Here in Scotland we think of the main orchid season as starting in mid-June, but after the recent hot weather I wondered which species I could find already in flower in May.
No surprise that the first was the Early Purple Orchid (Orchis mascula), near Aberfoyle on 22nd May.
On 25th May we found some Northern Marsh Orchids (Dactylorhiza purpurella) coming into flower near Fintry.
Just in time, this Common Twayblade (Neottia ovata) at Dumbrock near Milngavie managed to open one floret on 28th May.
3 comments:
Hi There, I wondered if it would be okay to send u a pic of a wild orchid we rescued from a building site in Glasgow - we have it in a small pot but as a gardening novice i'm unsure how to best take care of it - could u advise? cheers - Jen
Yes, please do. You can find our contact details on our website at www.fredandsarah.plus.com
Sarah
Sarah, lovely pictures of the orchids! I have not forgotten about you. Just seems like it's from one thing to another. Will sit down soon and send an email. Be well. Linda G. Ohio
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