Rain

The more delicate flowers and blossoms of spring and early summer may suffer badly, getting beaten down in periods of heavy rain.  Ragged Robin is one that looks more at home in these conditions though sometimes bedraggled would be a better word than ragged.

Cow Parsley anyway is nearing the end of its season. So common that many don't give it a second glance but a miracle of natural engineering, even looking good with rain dripping from its stalks.

But those who like to see a favourite place in all conditions and all seasons still find rewards in the common plants and birds.

The tougher specimens that emerge from midsummer on can be better adapted to the thundery downpours.

It would take some seriously stormy weather to get the better of Spear Thistle and Burdock.