Categories DavidMarsh marigolds, Bantock Park Post author By David Post date 16 May 2013 Marsh marigolds, also known as king cups.These were growing by the edge of the pool at Bantock Park.
Categories DavidWater lily pads, Fowler’s Park Post author By David Post date 16 May 2013 The year’s new growth of water lily leaves. These were on the pool in Fowler’s Park.
Categories DavidSnakes head fritillary, Bag’s Pool, Baggeridge Country Park Post author By David Post date 15 May 2013 Snake’s head fritillaries grow in one small area on the edge of the Baggeridge Country Park car park.
Categories DavidMagnolia bud opening, Bantock Park Post author By David Post date 15 May 2013 The (eventual!) arrival of warm weather means magnolias and much more are now fully flowering. I like the stage when the buds are just opening, as here on a tree near Bantock House.
Categories DavidNesting swan. Island Pool, Baggeridge Country Park Post author By David Post date 14 May 2013 A swan (possibly the cob) sits on an island nest while its mate is on patrol.Island Pool is the lowest pool in Baggeridge Country Park, right by the grounds of Himley Hall.
Categories DavidCowslips, Springvale Park Post author By David Post date 14 May 2013 Cowslips flowering in Springvale Park.They were growing in the wildflower meadow area of the park.