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  1. Boghopper

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    It's really bugging me. I know I should know what this, but I just can't think. Help!
     

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    Hmm one of the Spiareas perhaps.? :scratch:
     
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    That what I thought at first Angie, but couldn't find it in my books, even the two volume RHS Encyclopedia didn't have a picture. However, the good old interweb came to my rescue, and I think it's Spirea douglasii. Be nice to get confirmation.
     
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    That would seem to fit the bill Angie. It's growing in a damp place (next to the, ahem, septic tank!) and is in semi-shade. It's a bit untidy, but suits its location.
     
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    It's really bugging me. I know I should know what this, but I just can't think. Help!

    The depth of the knowledge on this Forum never ceases to amaze me Chris.
    A lovely specimen that one. I've got the bog standard just about kicking in now but it is a lovely colour combi with the young,fresh limey green leaf,
     
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    :biggrin: Sounds about right then Chris.. :SUNsmile:
     
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    Not sure how big yours is at the moment but it can be a bit of a thug so you may need to keep an eye on it.

    Very pretty though and the bees love it.
     
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    It's about 2 metres across but is in a semi-woodland setting so size isn't too much of a problem.
     
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