The Hedgerow Year

In celebration of our hedgerows we are publishing a series of illustrations from "The Hedgerow Year" which shows the wonderful diversity of flowering shrubs, small trees and climbers which make up Devon's hedgerows. Each month is recorded with detailed watercolour illustrations and accompanying descriptions.

"This book will enhance your knowledge and enjoyment of the countryside at any time of the year, from deepest winter to mid summer"

A copy of the booklet can be purchased for £4.95 from Sandy who has kindly agreed to donate all profits to the Sustainable Crediton Tree Group.


Watercolour painting of a January Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

January Hedgerow

Can you spot the snail? Hover over the image below to identify the wildlife in the painting. ...

Watercolour painting of a February Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

February Hedgerow

As spring approaches look out for emerging wildlife in our hedgerows: hazel catkins, brimstone butterflies, early ladybirds and honey bees. ...

Watercolour painting of a March Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

March Hedgerow

Spring is Sprung! Can you identify the different types of butterfly shown below? (Hover over them to see) ...

Watercolour painting of an April Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

April Hedgerow

The greening of the hedgerow Can you identify the different types of fauna and flora shown below? (Hover over them to see) ...

Watercolour painting of a May Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

May Hedgerow

It's been a long time coming, but spring is finally here! ...

Watercolour painting of a June Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

June Hedgerow

Honeysuckle and Roses - the fragrance of June! .... But which is which? Did you know that both Elder and the Guelder Rose (hover over the white blooms pictured below) are in fact members of the honeysuckle family? ...

Watercolour painting of a June Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

July Hedgerow

In the Scented Wildlife Garden How many nectar-feeding insects can you spot? (Hover over them to see their names) ...

Watercolour painting of a June Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

August Hedgerow

Hedgerow Harvest Can you identify the different types of berry and the butterflies feeding on them? (Hover over them to see their names) ...

Watercolour painting of a September Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

September Hedgerow

The Garden Hedge in Autumn Can you identify the different fruits and butterflies? (Hover over them to see their names) ...

Watercolour painting of an October Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

October Hedgerow

The Late Hedgerow Harvest Can you identify the different fruits and insects? (Hover over them to see their names) ...

Watercolour painting of an October Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

November Hedgerow

The Late Autumn Hedgerow Can you spot the green lacewing? (Hover over the image to see the names of the insects and berries) ...

Watercolour painting of a December Hedgerow © Sandra Chalton

December Hedgerow

Can you spot the ladybird? Hover over the image below to identify the wildlife in the painting. ...


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