Large White Butterfly (Pieris brassicae)

Annie Danks

The large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae), sometimes called the “cabbage white,” is a common and widespread butterfly found across Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. It is easily recognised by its creamy-white wings with bold black tips on the forewings and, in females, two distinct black spots. Its wingspan ranges from 50 to 70 […]

Field Maple (Acer campestre)

A record owning Field Maple. It is the Surrey Champion – the biggest (or fattest) recorded Field Maple in Surrey.

Ox-eye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)

The Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) is a perennial herbaceous plant species native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is commonly found in various habitats, including grasslands, meadows, road verges, and waste grounds across the UK. Oxeye Daisy thrives in nutrient-rich, well-drained soils, often favouring open habitats with full sun or partial […]

Wood Forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica)

Wood Forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica) is a charming perennial herbaceous plant native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Boraginaceae family. It is commonly found in woodlands, hedgerows, and shady areas throughout the UK. Wood Forget-me-not thrives in nutrient-rich, moist, and well-drained soils, often favouring habitats with partial shade or dappled sunlight. It can adapt to […]

Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare)

Spear Thistle (Cirsium vulgare), a familiar sight across the United Kingdom, is a robust biennial or perennial plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterised by its spiny leaves and distinctive purple flower heads that bloom from June to September. This hardy species thrives in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, hedgerows, and […]

Pyramidal Orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis)

The Pyramidal Orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) is a striking and iconic wildflower species native to the United Kingdom, belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Renowned for its vibrant pink to purple flowers arranged in a distinctive pyramidal shape, this orchid is a cherished sight in meadows, grasslands, and coastal habitats across the UK. Pyramidal Orchids are commonly […]