{"id":15000,"date":"2022-03-23T07:45:46","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T06:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.countryfile.com\/?p=3359"},"modified":"2022-03-23T10:46:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-23T09:46:26","slug":"best-orchid-sites-to-visit-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/rss_feed\/best-orchid-sites-to-visit-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Best orchid sites to visit in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Carys Matthews\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 23 March 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Orchids can appear to be delicate little blooms which aren\u2019t hardy enough to survive in the variable British climate. However, in many parts of the UK orchid species are thriving, although many do remain a protected species.<\/p>\n

There are 52 orchid species found in Britain (though this number does vary, depending on your source) and these superstars of the wildflower world are a delight to spot in the late-spring and summer months.<\/p>\n

Learn more about how to identify orchids found in the UK with this\u00a0handy orchid guide<\/a> by BBC Wildlife.<\/p>\n

If you fancy learning more about wild plants found in the UK, have a read of our British wildflower guide<\/a> or common hedgerow plant and flower species<\/a> to spot. We also have a comprehensive guide to houseplants<\/a> which includes advice on hardy plants to grow at home and how best to care for them.<\/p>\n

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Pyramidal Orchid (Anacamptis pyramidalis) growing wild in a meadow\/Credit: Plazac Cameraman, Getty<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Check before you trek<\/h3>\n
Orchids bloom just once a year, and flowering times are strongly influenced by the weather. In general, they flower earlier in the south and later in the north. Check species flowering times in a botanical guide and consult with local nature wardens to make sure you\u2019re not disappointed.<\/div>\n\n
Just remember to never trample or pick any wild orchids you see growing wild as many species are rare and protected by law.<\/div>\n\n
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