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Balsams Collection

Balsams, the invasive plants that have taken over the banks of River Wye in the UK and Lower Saxony in Germany, are a sight to behold

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan balsam plants invading banks of River Wye, UK

Himalayan balsam plants invading banks of River Wye, UK
MAB-223 Himalayan balsam plants invading banks of River Wye, UK Impatiens glandulifera Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - flowering plant, Lower Saxony, Germany

Himalayan Balsam - flowering plant, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-2412 Himalayan Balsam - flowering plant Lower Saxony, Germany Impatiens glandulifera Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Hummingbird Hawk-moth, in flight with extended proboscis feeding on common verbana flower in

Hummingbird Hawk-moth, in flight with extended proboscis feeding on common verbana flower in garden, Hessen, Germany Date: 20-Sep-19

Background imageBalsams Collection: Balsams Restaurant - Mayfair, London

Balsams Restaurant - Mayfair, London
circa 1910s

Background imageBalsams Collection: Modern Beauty Culture: A face massage at a West End beauty establishment (b / w photo)

Modern Beauty Culture: A face massage at a West End beauty establishment (b / w photo)
5998112 Modern Beauty Culture: A face massage at a West End beauty establishment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBalsams Collection: Picture No. 10881193

Picture No. 10881193
Himalayan Balsam - flower and seeds on a man's hand (Impatiens glandulifera) Date:

Background imageBalsams Collection: Picture No. 10881194

Picture No. 10881194
Himalayan Balsam - lady holding plant stem showing shallow root system (Impatiens glandulifera) Date:

Background imageBalsams Collection: View of river with flowering Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera)

View of river with flowering Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) introduced invasive species, River Loud, near Chipping, Forest of Bowland, Lancashire, England, August

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - Cornwall - UK

Himalayan Balsam - Cornwall - UK
DAC-433 Himalayan Balsam Cornwall - UK Impatiens balsamifera David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan balsam plants - invading banks of River Wye - Hoarwithy - UK

Himalayan balsam plants - invading banks of River Wye - Hoarwithy - UK
MAB-1422 Himalayan balsam plants - invading banks of River Wye Hoarwithy - UK Impatiens glandulifera Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - flowers covered in dew drops - Lower Saxony - Germany

Himalayan Balsam - flowers covered in dew drops - Lower Saxony - Germany
USH-4986 Himalayan Balsam - flowers covered in dew drops Lower Saxony - Germany Impatiens glandulifera Duncan Usher contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) introduced invasive species, flowering

Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) introduced invasive species, flowering, Basingstoke Canal Nature Reserve, Hampshire, England, october

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - flowering in forest, Hessen, Germany

Himalayan Balsam - flowering in forest, Hessen, Germany
USH-3299 Himalayan Balsam - flowering in forest, Hessen, Germany Impatens glandulifera Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - flowering at edge of stream, Hessen, Germany

Himalayan Balsam - flowering at edge of stream, Hessen, Germany
USH-3296 Himalayan Balsam - flowering at edge of stream Hessen, Germany Impatens glandulifera Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam - growing in ditch

Himalayan Balsam - growing in ditch
USH-1289 Himalayan BALSAM / Policeman's Helmet - growing in ditch Impatiens glandulifera Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam ROG 8665 (Policeman's Helmet) Impatiens glandulifera © Bob Gibbons / ARDEA LONDON

Himalayan Balsam ROG 8665 (Policeman's Helmet) Impatiens glandulifera © Bob Gibbons / ARDEA LONDON
ROG-8665 Himalayan BALSAM / Policeman's Helmet - in flower Impatiens glandulifera Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsalm / Policeman's Helmet

Himalayan Balsalm / Policeman's Helmet
ROG-10897 Himalayan BALSAM / Policeman's Helmet Impatiens glandulifera Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam PM 8697 + strem, Somerset Impatiens giandulifera © P. Morris / ARDEA LONDON

Himalayan Balsam PM 8697 + strem, Somerset Impatiens giandulifera © P. Morris / ARDEA LONDON
PM-8697 Himalayan BALSAM / Policeman's Helmet - invading stream Somerset, UK Impatiens glandulifera Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Himalayan Balsam

Himalayan Balsam
DAD-416 Himalayan BALSAM / Policeman's Helmet - close-up of flower Impatiens grandulifera David C Dixon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageBalsams Collection: Humming-bird Hawk-moth - feeding on Himalyan balsam blossom, Lower Saxony, Germany

Humming-bird Hawk-moth - feeding on Himalyan balsam blossom, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-2410 Hummingbird Hawk-moth - feeding on Himalyan balsam blossom Lower Saxony, Germany Macroglossum stellatarum Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only


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Balsams, the invasive plants that have taken over the banks of River Wye in the UK and Lower Saxony in Germany, are a sight to behold. With their vibrant flowers and towering presence, they dominate the landscape with an air of exotic beauty. But it's not just their appearance that captures attention; these it also attract fascinating creatures like the Hummingbird Hawk-moth. In flight, with its extended proboscis delicately sipping nectar from a common verbana flower, this moth creates a mesmerizing spectacle in gardens across Hessen, Germany. Speaking of gardens, Balsams Restaurant in Mayfair, London offers an exquisite dining experience amidst a setting reminiscent of Roman remains discovered in Cannon Street. As you indulge your taste buds at this establishment, you can't help but appreciate how modern beauty culture has evolved through time - captured perfectly by a black and white photo showcasing a face massage at a West End beauty establishment. Back to nature's wonders: Picture No. 10881193 and Picture No. 10881194 depict breathtaking views of rivers adorned with flowering Himalayan Balsam. These introduced invasive species add splashes of color along River Loud while captivating onlookers' gazes. Taking a closer look at these balsams reveals intricate details within their flowers - as seen in Leicestershire, England where we witness close-ups capturing every petal and stamen. Balsams bring both awe-inspiring visuals and ecological concerns wherever they grow. From invading riverbanks to enchanting moths feeding on their nectar-rich blooms - there is no denying the allure they possess. Whether it be exploring ancient ruins or indulging in fine cuisine surrounded by history-inspired decor - balsams continue to captivate our senses and remind us of nature's ever-present influence on our lives.