Another day slid past without a post... it happens, it keeps happening at the moment...
We were out and about again today, driving along the lanes. In years gone by I've counted the number of Giant Hogweed plants growing along the the verges. I've usually seen at least a dozen locally. It's quite a spectacular plant, but unfortunately the sap is poisonous causing blisters and scarring. So it has gone from being an ornamental plant to bec9ming a noxious weed. If you follow the link to Wikipedia you will find it is quite an interesting plant.
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This year I've only spotted one. I know that strenuous efforts have been made to try an deal with the growing numbers of Giant Hogweed plants, and also the Japanese Knotweed that's using our roads for travelling from one location to another. It looks as though this year they may be winning the battle.
Music
The Girl from Ipamena.
I heard Suzanne Vega on BBCsounds the other day, and this was one of her choices. I'd forgotten how much I like this song.
I never listen to the words, it's always the tune, always the melody that matters for me.
Yesterday we went into our local very small supermarket and the manager who has been on holiday was telling us they had been walking the Cotswold Way! I thought that was a coincidence with view to your current walk. They very much enjoyed the holiday, they are keen walkers and most holidays are walking ones. No giant hogweed seen here just loads of nettles good for butterfly watching. Regards Sue H
ReplyDeleteSounds like they enjoyed the real walk as much as I am enjoying the virtual one!
DeleteAs with so many plants, giant hogweed was an ornamental plant that escaped. I didn't realise it was as much of a pest as Japanese knotweed.
ReplyDeleteThe Girl from Ipamena is one of my least favourite songs - I can't stand it! Sorry . . .
No apology needed! We all have different tastes. Personally I've yet to like Wagner's music... I give it a go from time to time...
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