Here is a beautiful curiosity. I haven’t seen one like this before, have you?
An Enigmatic Apple
This apple tree is a bit of a curiosity. [Update: mystery solved – see end of post] The label from the nursery said “Discovery”. I … read more
Curiosities
Incidents & accidents
Many plants self-seed in the woodland garden – a sign that they feel sufficiently at home to start a family. They often pop up in surprising … read more
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Conjoined Cucumbers
This double barrelled cucumber grew amongst dozens of normal ones in the greenhouse this year. I assume its a relatively common fruit deformation, like the double … read more
Gladdon the Heart
Extraordinary colouration, vivid markings and the complex orchid-like form of the Gladdon (Iris foetidissima) can stop you in your tracks when you come upon it like … read more