Melittis melissophyllum - 2019

Rare British antive. Give it woodland conditions and it should seed around a little

Is this a poor man's orchid as I am getting some simular to this when they are ready. .

30 Mar, 2019

I think poor man's orchid is Schizanthus pinnatus
This has the common name of bastard balm

31 Mar, 2019

Thank you Andrew they both look simular

1 Apr, 2019

So much more advanced than my plant, which is just emerging. Has it been sheltered?

4 Apr, 2019

Only by an apple tree

4 Apr, 2019

That tree has obviously created a warm micro climate. The flower is nestling in the warmth of its leaves.

5 Apr, 2019

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