It’s that time of year again, when the Hawthorn blossom scents the air with its distinctive perfume and carpets the ground with its snow-like blossom.
My Flora Britannica reminds me that Hawthorn, also known as the May tree, was ‘the ancestor of the Maypole, the source of May Day garlands … and one of the models for the foliage which wreathes the faces of Green Men carved in churches and inns.’
For lots more fascinating information on the Hawthorn, check out my previous post here.
Oh, good! We can all start to cast some clouts.
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I’ve has one tshirt day so far but these persistent cool winds mean I’ll not be casting too many clouts just yet! 🙂
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There is very little evidence of greenery on my Hawthorn hedging as yet. Fingers crossed though.
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Ours seems early – it is still April, after all – so hopefully yours will soon show signs of life.
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