In praise of ivy
Ivy provides a wealth of benefits for our wildlife. As well as providing cover, it offers nectar in the autumn when few other plants are in flower, and berries at a critical time in winter says…
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Ivy
Ivy is one of our most familiar plants, seen climbing up trees, walls, and along the ground, almost anywhere. It is a great provider of food and shelter for all kinds of animals, from butterflies…
Ivy bee
The ivy bee is a new arrival to the UK. First recorded here in 2001, it is slowly spreading north. It feeds mainly on the nectar of ivy flowers and can be seen in autumn when this plant is in…
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Ground-ivy
Despite its name, Ground-ivy is actually a member of the dead-nettle family. It is a clump-forming, aromatic plant that likes woodlands, hedgerows and damp places.
Ivy-leaved toadflax
Ivy-leaved toadflax is an introduced species in the UK that has become widely naturalised. Look for creeping along old walls and pavements, and shingle beaches. Its flowers resemble those of…
Plaice
Plaice is a common sight all around our coasts - if you can spot it! They are extremely well camouflaged against the seabed and can even change colour to better match their surroundings.
Herb-paris
Herb-Paris has four oval leaves set in a cross, with an understated crown of yellow-green flowers rising from the middle. This makes it quite a distinctive plant of ancient and damp woodlands on…
Phase 1 - securing the site
The first phase at Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Sweet Briar Marshes nature reserve - most of which will be complete when Sweet Briar Marshes opens to the public in 2024 – involves securing the site with new or repaired fencing and adding new pedestrian gates.
Phase 3 – hub and facilities
Phase three of the development of Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s Sweet Briar Marshes nature reserves focuses on the facilities provided at the reserve to allow visitors to get closer to nature, such as lookout points and outdoor classrooms for school visits. Ideas such as a community hub and refreshments will also be explored.