Mystery Shrub
Last post 22-11-2009 10:06 AM by Silver surfer. 7 replies.
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28/10/2009 08:13 PM
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- Sarah
- Somerset
- 16 Feb 2009
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This is a shrub which has been found in 2 places, both are in an otherwise native hedge. One example is in Rutland and the other is in Dorset. It has arching stems and the leaves are alternate. It also has rather large spines.
This already has quite a few of us stumped and we would all be really grateful if anyone has any ideas please!
Many thanks
Sarah


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28/10/2009 08:15 PM
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- Sarah
- Somerset
- 16 Feb 2009
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Misc 227_1.JPG
This should work now!
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28/10/2009 08:27 PM
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- BB
- Hereford
- 12 May 2009
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Can anyone else see these photo's because I can't?
Instructions of how to post a photo are here:-
http://mygarden.rhs.org.uk/forums/t/18506.aspx
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28/10/2009 08:32 PM
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- Sarah
- Somerset
- 16 Feb 2009
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I think I've sorted the problem now. Good luck!
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01/11/2009 08:22 PM
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- Sarah
- Somerset
- 16 Feb 2009
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Thank you so much - I've just looked it up and it seems to fit the bill perfectly. I can get some sleep now!
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22/11/2009 08:38 AM
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- Jonathan
- London
- 19 Oct 2008
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It's also the Goji Berry - same plant. The oval red berries are edible. No idea why it's being marketed as a new wonder food, it's been a garden escape here for years!
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22/11/2009 10:06 AM
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I think my 2nd link was rather a good one. It explains that Goji berries have been around in the UK since the 1600's.
They are not a "NEW" plant at all.
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