In the corner of St Stephen's churchyard in Kirkstall, there's a well established patch of Honey garlic (Nectaroscordum siculum ssp bulgaricum), a tall, shade tolerant, perennial whose upright flowerheads open into dainty hanging umbels.
The plant is a native to the Mediterranean and is related to the Allium family. Its nectar rich flowers are much loved by bees, which was apparent as I watched twenty or so working their way around this patch.
That's an interesting plant - never seen it before....
ReplyDeleteI second what Phil said ... and lovely photos of it too Linda!
ReplyDeleteWhat a striking plant. Its a first for me.
ReplyDeleteHello Phil, Karen & CB, its a very sculptural plant, Ive struggled to find much information about it to be honest & hope that I have identified it correctly!
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping in
Best wishes, Linda