The Wood, Tuesday April 1, 2014

This was our first visit to The Wood for a number of months, so it was good to see that spring 2014 has well and truly sprung. As well as removing a patch of invasive snowberry plants, laurel and young sycamores, we planted a few more hawthorn plants in the new hedge. It was also an occasion to observe some of the species that call this small park home. Nearby a woodpecker could be heard tap-tapping on a tree, while beneath our feet the aroma of ramsons (Allium ursinum) was permeating the air. Another interesting find was a patch of Aquilegia (Columbine) with its blue nodding flowers. 
No springtime report would be complete without cherry blossom. 
A Rhyacophilid caddisfly rests on a fence post. 
Finally, the new gate is being installed.
A curious group of cobweb spiders was spotted.
Allium ursinum plants make the most of the spring sunshine.  
Aquilegia (Columbine) nodding gently in the breeze.

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