The garden of the house I’ve moved to hasn’t had much attention for years. Some parts need serious reclamation work, clearing some real thickets of climbers and thorns. But even in the more open areas I’m finding lots of surprises.
I don’t think much has been planted here deliberately for many years so most of the plants arrived here by natural means (probably not least thanks to all the birds which live around here and surround me with their songs all day long).
I’m not very knowledgeable about plants but with the help of the internet and neighbours I’m managing to identify a few flowers which are brand new to me.
This photo is of one of the most recent ones. We’ve got maybe half a dozen or so spread around the garden. Turns out it is a “lizard orchid”……see what appears to be a long tongue, which is one of the petals?
Isn’t it amazing?
I love these unexpected treats. Have you had any such good surprises around where you live?
Heroes Not Zombies 
That is stunning. I love to explore new areas to see what is growing naturally