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Spotter's guide: Wildflowers

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From lowlands to meadows across the country, brightly coloured wildflowers announce the arrival of spring at our properties. How many can you find in gardens and parks near you?
A large clump of greenery with small yellow flowers. A clump of pink flowers A cluster of small yellow flowers. A flower stem with blue bell shaped flowers. A close-up photo of a stem of bell heather, with occasional small leaves on the stalk and a cluster of purple globular flowers at the top. A close-up of a thistle with a purple 'hat' siting on top of a spiky ball. A close-up photo of a branch of bog myrtle, with bright green long leaves pointing up towards the light. Six small purple and yellow coloured flowers. Four stems with yellow flowers dropping downwards.

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