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Sloes Collection

In the enchanting autumn of the New Forest, a humble shrub known as Blackthorn, or Prunus spinosa, adorns itself with an abundant harvest of vibrant purple sloe berries

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Sloes Collection: Plant, Shrub, Berries, abundant purple sloes on a Blackthorn, Prunus spinosa
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn, Prunus spinosa, Abundant purple sloe berries growing on a shrub in the autumn
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Sloes Collection: The Sloe Tree, plate 494 from The Curious Herbal
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn, Prunus spinosa, Abundant harvest of purple sloe berries in the autumn
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Sloes Collection: Greenfinch (Carduelis chloris) on blackthorn / sloe berries, UK
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Sloes Collection: Small Emperor Moth (Saturnia pavonia), adult caterpillar feeding on a blackthorn leaf
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Sloes Collection: A tray of glasses of sloe gin with unstoppered decanter. credit: Marie-Louise Avery
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Sloes Collection: Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) caterpillar, on Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) larval foodplant
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Sloes Collection: Black Hairstreak (Satyrium pruni) pupa, on Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) twig, England, May
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of flowers, England, April
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of flowers, Powys, Wales, April
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of trunk, growing in hedgerow at edge of woodland
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn / Sloe - fruits. France
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of leaves and unripe berries, Bacton, Suffolk, England, may
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) close-up of berries, growing in hedgerow, Bacton, Suffolk, England
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) sapling, suckering from flowering hedgerow into garden allotment
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) and Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) berries, growing in hedgerow
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) berries, growing in hedgerow beside public footpath
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) flowering, growing in hedgerow on organic farm at sunset, Powys
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Sloes Collection: Great Tit (Parus major) adult, with tumor growth on head, perched on blackthorn twig with berries
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Sloes Collection: Sloes (Prunus spinosa)
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Sloes Collection: Sloe berries (Prunus spinosa)
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Sloes Collection: Sloe blossom (Prunus spinosa)
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Sloes Collection: Sloes or blackthorn Prunus spinosa fruit, autumn; Romania
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Sloes Collection: Sloes, with the foliage of guelder rose beyond; autumn colour
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Sloes Collection: Blackthorn / Sloe Berries


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In the enchanting autumn of the New Forest, a humble shrub known as Blackthorn, or Prunus spinosa, adorns itself with an abundant harvest of vibrant purple sloe berries. These small fruits, resembling plump blueberries, bring a burst of color to the landscape and hold within them a world of possibilities. The Sloe Tree stands tall amidst its surroundings, showcasing plate 494 from The Curious Herbal. Its branches laden with clusters of these precious gems beckon both humans and wildlife alike. A Greenfinch perches delicately on a branch, indulging in the juicy goodness that nature has provided. But it's not just birds that find solace in this bountiful offering; even the Small Emperor Moth finds nourishment on blackthorn leaves. As caterpillars feast upon their foliage, they undergo their transformative journey towards becoming majestic butterflies. Beyond being a haven for creatures big and small, they have also captured human imagination throughout history. Marie-Louise Avery captures this essence perfectly through her lens as she presents us with glasses filled to the brim with homemade sloe gin. The deep red hue is enticingly inviting - an elixir crafted from these very berries and can more than just fruit; they symbolize resilience and abundance in nature's cycle. From their delicate blossoms in spring to their fruitful bounty in autumn, these tiny treasures remind us of life's ever-changing seasons. So next time you stumble upon a Blackthorn adorned with abundant purple sloes on your wanderings through nature's wonders or sip on some homemade sloe gin by Marie-Louise Avery’s artful handiwork – take a moment to appreciate the beauty and significance held within each little berry: Nature's gift waiting patiently to be discovered by those who dare venture into its embrace.