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Wordless Wednesday

October 19, 2016

Mixed Pyracantha hedge

Such vivid berries

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susurrus says:
October 19, 2016 at 9:57 am

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I’m amazed how productive that hedge is – it’s a living buffet for the birds!

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- dogwooddays says:
  October 19, 2016 at 10:11 am
  
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  Yes it’s impressive isn’t it? I almost crashed the car when I saw it and then had to stop and get out and take photos! ☺
  
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