Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and berries, growing in hedgerow, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham

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Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and berries, growing in hedgerow, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham

Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and berries, growing in hedgerow, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, September

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Media ID 9679377

© FLPA/Marcus Webb

Berries Berry Blackthorn Blackthorns Deciduous Edible Foliage Fruit Fruits Hedge Hedgerow Hedgerows Hedges Leaf Leaves Mendlesham Ripe Rosaceae Shrub Shrubs Sloe Sloes Vicarage Plantation

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, the enchanting beauty of a Blackthorn plant takes center stage. Its delicate leaves and plump berries create a mesmerizing tapestry of colors that evoke the essence of autumn in Suffolk, England. Nestled within Vicarage Plantation in Mendlesham, this vibrant hedgerow treasure showcases the wonders of European nature at its finest. The Prunus spinosa, commonly known as Blackthorn, stands tall and proud amidst the woodlands and forests of East Anglia. As September unfolds, these deciduous shrubs adorn themselves with an abundance of ripe sloes - small dark berries that are synonymous with English countryside charm. With their rich hue contrasting against the foliage's deep green backdrop, they beckon both humans and wildlife alike to indulge in their sweet-tart flavor. This picturesque scene captures not only the allure of autumn but also highlights how blackthorns play a vital role in our ecosystem. Acting as natural boundaries between fields or properties, these hedgerows provide shelter for countless creatures while offering sustenance through their edible fruits. So let us celebrate this quintessentially British tree! From its luscious leaves to its bountiful harvests, every aspect reminds us why we cherish our temperate European landscapes. As we gaze upon this stunning image captured by Marcus Webb from FLPA Images, we can't help but be reminded that even in

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