Flowers at Foxglove Covert

Friday, May 2nd 2025

As the wildflowers begin to bloom at Foxglove Covert, here are some of the species to look out for this May.

Only found in one area of the reserve so far this year, the Early Purple Orchid (Orchis mascula) is the first orchid species to bloom on the reserve. This flower can grow up to 40cm tall and has leaves with dark purple splotches on them.

Another purple flower found on the reserve, Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) are more widespread than the orchids and are in full bloom in wooded and grassland areas aound Foxglove Covert.

The Cuckoo Flower (Cardamine pratensis), also known as Lady's Smock, can also be found across the reserve. Its flowers vary in colour from white to pink.

As you explore Foxglove Covert this spring, don't forget to take a moment to appreciate these beautiful wildflowers.

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