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The oak tree in May
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The fresh green of the new oak leaves stand out even on a cloudy day. It is not just the leaves however that have emerged this month…
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Thousands of oak flowers hang amongst the unfurling leaves.
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The holly that is growing in the base of the tree is also producing it’s flowers.
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As well as the holly growing in the base of the tree, there are several elders (three trees for the price of one!).
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Joining in with Loose and Leafy’s ‘Tree Following’ project.
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