Loaring Place Bed and Breakfast, Margaret River, Western Australia

I've discovered what might be a new species. I first saw one specimen last year and thought it might belong to the Arum family (Araceae). The same plant flowered again this year and I've since spotted quite a few other specimens on our block and the neighbours block.

This morning looking out the back I noticed one hiding in the bushes. See if you can spot it.

Labels: bush, flora, flower, nature

The bush is coming alive with orchids. I've just seen my first Rattlebeak Orchid and there are lots of Giant Spider Orchids, as well as a new all white spider orchid.

The Farmers Market and Lions Market are on this morning so heading out to those.

Labels: bush, flora, flower, Orchids

Orchids are popping up all over the block. John and Penny from Cumbria (Lake District) have just spent two days here photographing a large number of orchids. They were amazingly knowledgeable and identified a few species that I was not aware of.

Now have lots of Cowslip Orchids, quite a few Donkey Orchids, plus a Jug Orchid, a Snail Orchid, a Mantis Orchid and a Hooded Orchid. Very soon the Spider Orchids will show their faces.

Busy long weekend ahead. Already most accommodation in Margaret River is full. Have a good weekend everyone and drive carefully.

Labels: flora, flower, Orchids

The Margaret River region is renowned for beautiful landscapes featuring unique flora. Loaring Place has a variety of beautiful flowers in the peaceful bush surrounding the Bed and Breakfast - nature on your doorstep.

Labels: bush, flora, flower, nature