In the last few days 2 new orchid species for the county have been found in an unprecedented frenzy of orchid madness!
I was alerted to the presence of a single Military Orchid near Norwich at a place I know well so hot-footed it there on Monday. And it was found very quickly, not surprising really as it's difficult to miss such a spectacular orchid next to a path.
Then today I managed to make contact with a local guy who had posted some very interesting photos on social media. He was happy for me to come a visit him and as it was only 10 minutes from my house it was ideal. The orchids (3) were, as suspected, bona fide Northern Marsh Orchids and have since been confirmed by others. Everything about the site and conditions is spot on for a natural occurence. Also there were plenty of Common Spotted Orchid and Pyramidal Orchid rosettes, some going over Early Purple Orchids and literally hundreds of Adder's Tongue. Clearly a very rich botanical site.
Into the bargain I also managed to see some Norfolk Man Orchids at the weekend which were in lovely condition.
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