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Venomous - Part Thirteen

Masterlist, Part One

Summary: A wife. A mother. A witch with someone else's name. That’s the life you didn’t want. So Tom offered you more.

Word Count: 3K

Warnings: 18+, injuries, blood. Minors DNI.

A/N: Our poor reader finally catches a break? Kind of?

Dumbledore mouthed a silent apology as you clutched your chest. When you calmed, he pointed to his mouth. You made him sit before lifting the Silencing Charm. Hoarsely he said, “We should move.”

You rejected the idea. “Help will be here soon,” you told him, explaining Drein. It would be a bigger risk to move since this area had already been checked and dismissed. You didn’t tell him, however, that he didn’t look like he could handle moving.

Unlike you he knew how to catch fish. Accio fish . It was embarrassingly obvious. He’d offered to hunt, but you’d grown too attached to the rabbit still hopping back and forth. It was for the best. Retrieving the fish had already winded him. You took over preparing the fish, claiming the need to learn. It wasn’t too different from preparing potion ingredients. Removing the skin and deboning. It was good to have a task to focus on. A small fire was set to cook the fish and quickly extinguished when done. The smoke was too big a risk to keep going for long.

Your face scrunched at the taste.

“Not quite as tasty as the house elves make?” he joked. There hadn’t been much conversation. Another risk.

You swallowed the bite. “It’s a tad fishier than I’m used to.”

It was worrying how time continued to pass. The adrenaline had worn into anxiety. Dumbledore insisted you rest. You laid on the cot and closed your eyes. Sleep did not come. Every sound had you twisting to see. The rabbit. More deer.

You stared at the water. Why had no one come? Had Drein gotten lost? Had they not opened the letter? Did they not believe you? Did they not care?

You wiped the thoughts away. You couldn’t dwell. It wouldn’t help. It wouldn’t get you home. The sun finally peeked through the clouds. It was high. Midday. You would rest a bit longer.

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Dumbledore slept soundly after another untasteful meal of fish. A suspicion had begun to seep in that there was something worse than blood loss that ailed him. His color hadn’t returned and his speech had begun to slur. Soon his need for medical attention would outweigh the risks of moving.

If you were lucky you might be able to forage something that could give you more time.

You strengthened the protection charms, adding a Muffling one to cover any small sounds and a weak Confounding one that would hopefully stop anyone from walking through it. The clothes still held their Transfigurations, but you redid them anyways. It would be inconvenient to have them lose their weather-resistance in the middle of trekking through the snow.

A shudder ran through you as you placed a Disillusionment Charm over yourself before leaving the protective shell. It wouldn’t make you invisible, but close enough. Pink slipped through the thinning clouds. It would be night soon. Not that there would be much difference in visibility. You knew nothing about foraging, but you knew potion ingredients well enough.

You set off into the trees, stopping every few meters to put a notch into one and wipe away your tracks. It wouldn’t do any good to get lost or to leave an easy trail to follow. There’s not much to find at first. Too much snow between the trees. But further in you find a couple things you might be able to brew into something. A few mushrooms and some winter berries.

As you dug into the frozen ground around a shrub—the roots were good for alertness—something hissed. You froze. Slithering out of a hole in the tree in front of you was a snake. Triangular head, slitted eyes, black zig-zag markings down its back, the rest a silver grey. An Adder.

It shouldn’t be moving that quickly. They slowed in the cold. But the Adder slithered closer nonetheless, black tongue flicking with a hiss. Cautiously you began to step back. Sudden movements could cause it to strike. A bite wouldn’t be enough to kill you normally. But this wasn't normally. Exhausted, stranded, and hunted, its venom would decimate any hope you’d get out of this.

A whistle blew out your raised wand and the Adder paused. It’s tongue flicked the air. Another hiss. It retreated back to its tree. Abandoning the shrub's roots, you followed the snake's lead and traced back your steps to the pond. You were plenty alert after that.

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Dumbledore woke only long enough to sip the vile smelling concoction you’d brewed with the berries and mushrooms you gathered and the bones and eyes left of a fish. It wasn’t much, but color returned to his face.

The sky began to clear over the course of the night, darkening the forest. The sliver of a crescent moon glowed softly through the moving clouds. Had it really only been a day ago when you’d been staring out the tower’s window bored?

Sleep finally took root as you wondered if they’d replaced the mirrors yet.

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You woke before dawn. The squirrel scurried up a tree. The deer moved together through the tree. The rabbit hopped across the other bank. Dumbledore still slept. Your body ached and your stomach rumbled. How you missed the comforts of Hogwarts. A bed and warm meal would be heaven.

Soon, you promised yourself. As long as the sky remained clear you’d follow the sunset and head west.

For now you just had to get through the day. Boil some water. Cook some fish.

The rabbit bounded across the snow.

Maybe you’d have to get over your attachment and take what meat you could get. You weren’t sure how much more seasonless fish you could stomach.

Green lit the white.

The rabbit dropped in the snow. Motionless.

Vinda strolled into view from between the trees. Movement had your head turning. Six more if you counted correctly.

Surrounded.

“We know you’re here,” she called out, her head swiveling slowly. “And we know you’re hurt. Let us help.”

Ahh. They knew you were there but they didn’t know where .

“Let’s not play games, Albus.”

And they didn’t know Dumbledore was out of commission. Well. All the better.

A Silencing Charm followed by a message carved into the ground. The slimly, chilly feel of Disillusionment washed over you again. As long as you didn’t die the rest of your charms would hold. You steeled yourself for the next part. You were well versed in using it, but never in this way. If it didn’t go how you needed it to, then all this preparation would be for naught.

“Forgive me,” you whispered to the still sleeping Professor before pointing your wand towards Vinda. A deep breath. Six successive spells shot out followed by the sounds of six successive explosions. You run opposite of them. More explosions. Yelling. Your wrist winds your wand, air beginning to twist. You whip the twisting wind forward. Two of the followers blocking your path into the forest are knocked far to the side. Spells began to fly past you. You make it into the tree line and keep running, not looking back.

The warmth of a spell swept too close. You turned, running diagonal from the way you’d been going. It won’t stop them from being able to track you, your prints decorate the snow with each footfall, but it would delay them a few seconds. And every second you could distance yourself from the pond the better.

The sounds of your pursuers grew closer, the occasional spell hitting trees a meter or so away. You turned again and continued on.

Heat singed your arm. Your steps faltered for only a moment under the pain. Turned again.

A blast knocked you off your feet and slammed you into a tree. There was a ringing in your ears. Blood oozed down from cuts on your legs and arms. Your pants were widening, the hems unstitching themselves. Your spell on them was failing. The tree you’d slammed into creaked and groaned. Another misfired spell must have hit it. Shaking out your shoulders, the slimy feel of Disillusionment dissipated. It cost too much energy to hold. As the ringing cleared you heard someone just behind you. You turned as the man reached for you. That’s how he stays after he’s hit with a Stunner. You took his wand, chucked it, and ran.

It felt like eternity and seconds as you ran. A never ending chase that would end too soon.

A shadow closed in on your side through the blurring trees. You felt your wand briefly tug on your grip, but it remained in your hand. You’re not sure what spells you sent their way, but one hit its target and you pushed on.

Turned again. Your skirt had returned to its original state, your gloves and boots halfway reverted.

There’s no more sounds of a pursuit. Your steps slowed. No. No that wasn’t the plan.

You stopped, watched the forest over your shoulder, and listened. Nothing. No. No .

Blue sparks flew from your wand as you raised it high above your head. Fireworks echoed loudly in the now silent forest. Your eyes pinched shut, waiting. The faint tell-tale crunch of footfalls on snow broke through the dying sounds. If you could spare the breath you’d have sighed in relief.

You stuffed your wand away and turned towards the fast approaching group. The snow burned as you dropped to your knees and raised your hands above your head. The cold seeped through your sleeves. You couldn’t risk them turning their attention back on the pond. If the spells on your clothes were beginning to fail, the protection spells could be as well.

“What trap have you led us to, Miss Selwyn?” Vinda asked.

“There’s no trap.” A branch snapped as they surrounded you. “I won’t fight anymore.” Another tree groaned against the rising wind. “I surrender.”

“Surrender? After all you’ve done to escape?”

“There’s no way out of this forest,” you said, letting your voice shake. “Dumbledore—he said he’d be back. But it’s been more than a day and no one has come for me. I’m cold and hungry and I—” tears had formed in your eyes “—don’t want to die here.”

She lowered her wand and approached. Her demeanor changed. Her voice was softer, kinder. “He left you here all alone?”

“He was Splinched badly. I begged him not to leave me here, but he said he couldn’t take us both. He promised he’d send help.” You flinched when her hand brushed over a cut on your face. “I stayed by the water like he told me to but no one came.”

“I suspect he did not survive his trip.”

You cried openly. They believed you. He had a chance. “Please,” you begged, “I’m so sorry. Please don’t let me die here.” Leave and don’t look back.

“Shhh,” she hushed you, kneeling in the snow. “Your only crime has been being a scared child who's been fed lies all her life. All will be forgiven.”

Bile rose in your throat. Hatred trapped behind a broken, “Thank you.” One day you hope you can tell your mother how useful it could be to cry.

She rose and offered her hand. “Come. Let us…”

Her words trailed off as figures began popping into existence. In seconds those who surrounded you were surrounded themselves by nearly double the bodies. Aurors . There was a moment of silent surprise, neither group seeming to have expected the other, before spells were once again flying through the air.

“Retraite!” Vinda commanded before taking hold of your wrist.

No, no. You tugged but her grip did not relent. No. Not now. Not with help finally there. No. You pulled and pulled to no avail. No. No.No. No .

She’s half way turned when she released you with a cry. Her fingers that held you so tight, twisted and bent at unnatural angles. Her face contorted into an expression you can’t quite register before she’s gone. They’re all gone. These people who’d been chasing you, hunting you down like an animal for days at this point, gone.

It didn’t seem real.

A delusion you must have made to shield you from reality.

Your name was called. It sounded like…You blinked. You could see him as he broke into a run.

Yes, it seemed somewhere in the forest you must have lost your mind.

It was the only feasible explanation.

He crashed into the ground where you still kneeled, wrapping you tightly in an embrace.

He felt real.

“Thank Merlin,” he cried. He said something about a note and a map and Abigail.

He sounded real.

A musky scent clung to him. The wash he had always been fond of.

He smelled real.

His scruffy beard scratched your forehead.

He was real. Warrick was here.

“Dumbledore,” you said, pushing him away. “Dumbledore!”

There’s too many questions. What happened? Where is he? Did they take him? Is he dead? What? What pond? Where is it?

It took too long for someone to produce a map, but only seconds for you to point to where. Apparition does not feel better with Warrick holding onto you. Images you’d repressed flickering. You could feel it building. Panic. You pushed it down again. Not yet.

You’d made your mark on the area. Blasted out ground from your explosions. Trees snapped where your wind had blown. The rabbit still motionless.

The charms fell quickly. At least they had held at all. Dumbledore was still there on the Transfigured cot, unmoved. It’s a scenario that does not relieve you. How did none of that wake him? You nearly scream when you see them all pause and stare at the ground instead of rushing to help him. The message you’d written was meaningless now.

Don’t let them trade anything for me.

They moved too slow as you explained the Splinching, your Healing Charm failure, the concoction you’d made. One of the Aurors pulled a small vile from his coat. From the color you’d guess a Blood-Replenishing Potion. They eased Dumbledore up and let it slide down his throat.

“Hogwarts is closer than St. Mungo’s,” Theseus said in response to the concern of Apperating him too far. You hadn’t realized he was there. One Auror was instructed to head to St. Mungo’s so they send Healers to the school. Another to Hogwarts to warn of their coming.

Warrick tried to insist you go to St. Mungo’s. You refused. Your injuries were minor.

Your stomach lurches dangerously as you land in Hogsmeade. It seemed as if everyone had come out of their shops and restaurants to see. You don’t look at them. You stared at the carriages waiting.

You’d only seen thestrals as a drawing in a textbook before.

Warrick had kept his arm around your shoulder. Theseus had him step away, reminding him there was still an investigation. The head Auror helped you into the last carriage. He’s kind as he asked about what happened. He doesn’t interrupt as you explained everything in too much detail. You wand breaking. The trip to Diagon Alley. Your request to see London. Their plan to trade you for something. The man who’d lost half his head. The carriage jolted. Once to signal the journey’s beginning, twice to signal its end. You don’t leave. You continue to speak. Even something as insignificant as the Adder. Your plan to lure them away. The wand you’d thrown. All of it until…

“...you showed up.”

He nodded. “I’m sorry it was so close. We’d been trying to track you from your letter, nothing worked until it suddenly did.”

Your eyes squeezed shut. How stupid you were. “I had a Disillusionment Charm on me until the end. It must have messed with the tracking.”

“An achievement half my department can’t claim,” he said with a smile that didn’t reach his eyes. “You’d make an impressive Auror.”

You keep your disagreement to yourself.

"I'm going to do my best to minimize how many times you'll have to officially repeat what happened to you, but there's going to be a lot of questions. Both from us and the Ministry and from the public. The Daily Prophet will reach out to you. Rumors will spread. I've seen the sort of response someone can get after surviving an encounter with Grindelwald. It's not easy.”

It didn't sound much different than the life you'd led before.

“We’ll talk more about it later. Let’s get you up to the Hospital Wing and taken care of.”

You had planned to object. You didn’t think you needed any medical assistance. But as you left the carriage, you stumbled with your first step. Everything ached. The wounds that had begun to scab over stung. The Thestral was the only thing that kept you upright. “Sorry,” you mumbled to the creature as it huffed. It’s white eye stared.

Theseus helped you up the stairs into the castle. Like in Hogsmeade, you don’t look at the crowd that observed as you climb the Grand Staircase. It must have been lunch. There conversations are a buzz in your ears. Noise. It's grating after the silence of the forest.

The Hospital Wing was crowded. Aurors, Healers, Ministry officials. You stepped on Theseus foot trying to back away from Abraxas when rushed you at the door. You don’t care much about his anger after Theseus stopped him. Neither does Theseus.

He guided you to a bed far from the front. Your mother, Abraxas, his parents. They tried to crowd you, but Theseus refused to let them. He drew your curtain shut. You heard his threats through the thin fabric. Demands to see you are brushed off. “When she is cleared and when she wants to see you. Not a moment before.”

“She is my daughter!”

“She’s my fiancé!”

Theseus did not bend. His no is definitive when they push for information. You’re of age and they have no legal right to know anything about an ongoing investigation. There’s outrage as his instructions to leave. Headmaster Dippet’s voice attempted to sooth them. He offered his office to let them wait. They’re unhappy, but eventually they relent.

Madam Urquart appeared with him from behind the curtain, hair frazzeld and face red, with potions galore. They’re vaugely recognizable, but you’re too tired to recall their names or functions. You drank each without protest. All you wanted now was sleep.

“No one will bother you until you’re ready,” he promised as your eyes grew heavier.

You hope your speech isn’t as slurred as it sounded to your own ears. “Thank you.”

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Venomous Tag List: @pearlsome @fck-this @ambria @sheeple @strangunddurm @weirdowithnobeardo @emberenchanted @abbiesxox

#tom riddle x reader #tom riddle #abraxas malfoy x reader #tom riddle x you #ravenclaw!reader #venomous

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plantanarchy · 1 year

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I am still thinking of the native plant discussion today and I know I've said this before but for my particular are (SWPA)... a lot of my locally native plants are not actually better suited to the landscape of your average home garden. A lot are deep woodland shade plants, swampy spring ephemerals, understory trees and shrubs...

and quite frankly, the majority of people in my immediate area live in newish housing developments that are just sod over bulldozed clay, no native top soil left, baking sun, young or no trees, sitting on top of a bald hill so it's windy as shit...

Plus, given the heavy deer population here and lack of predators, many of my favorite locally native plants are at risk of being a deer snack. The main question I get at work is "is this deer resistant?" and the answer for many PA natives is no.

So, yes, many of the native plants that I grow in my yard are not necessarily strictly SWPA native. My prairie garden is full of Midwest natives. My Catalpa is technically introduced in this part of its range. My redbud is a cultivar because I didn't want height. My shade garden can only have rabbit/deer resistant plants or they get chomped. My winterberries are also cultivars and the male is grafted aaaand they get eaten by deer.

And I live in a neighborhood that still has its original top soil and has actual trees but still have issues... anyway, point being.

There are certainly places where it's true that native plants are better-suited to the local environment (drought prone places for one) but some areas, we've changed the landscape immediately around our homes and businesses SO much that it no longer is a hospitable place for the native plants that once grew here.

The good thing is that there are still many maintained. wild areas beyond our home gardens that can be preserved and celebrated. But anyway, plant that peony or that russian sage or that cultivated redbud. It's ok.

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rose-lizzzy · 1 year

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The Mother Wolf pushes herself under Shrub until the gnome was riding her, and the wolves all snarled at the demon.

"This is your defense? Dumb little gnome, no wonder all your people fell."

Shrub winces, starting to tear up again, but the dire wolf nudged her, nodding to the demon, and Shrub felt a burst of strength. Not as much as Xornoth provides, but enough for her to keep fighting, to not give up.

"My people fell because of you. Not because they were too weak. But because you didn't give them a chance. But you made a mistake giving me a chance. Because I'm gonna take you down!" She pulls out her bow, shooting an arrow at him that bounces off harmlessly.

"Oh really. With what? Mortal arrows and little puppies? Good luck."

The wolves start lunging at the demon, who swipes them away effortlessly, causing them to whine with yelps of pain.

"The wolves chose to protect me." She declares, glaring at him while the wolves snarl, continuing to try to bite at him.

Xornoth scoffs. "The wolves are fools." He pulls out his scythe and swings it, multiple wolves falling to the ground dead in an instant.

Both Shrub and the Dire wolf let out respective screams and howls of rage.

"Leave them alone!" The gnome insists, but the demon just shrugs.

"You can attack them too. You know you want to."

She became aware of the voice in the back of her mind, telling her to plunge an arrow in the back of the dire wolf and join the demon. Her hand hovered above her quiver of arrows for an instant, and she stared at the hand in horror. She couldn't!

For a moment, she was ignorant to any other sound but the blood rushing through her ears. It was so much louder now...so much louder than it was even this morning. It scared her...so much.

The demon grins, locking eyes with the gnome. "There's no point in resisting. It will be less painful this way."

She noticed he was creating corruption under her. It was climbing up, wrapping around her legs, as well as Mother Wolf's paws.

The demon was in her head again, she could hear him whispering in her head. "Join me, I will give you power even stronger than before." She feels the strength for a moment, and it felt....good..

Mother Wolf nudges her, snapping her out of the trance like state Xornoth had put her in.

She was still dazed, feeling the corruption trying to convince her to go with him.

She started to give in, felt her body relax, giving in to the corruption, before a cold breeze blew her back.

"Leave her alone." Scott commands, golden antlers glinting on his head.

The demon grins. "I don't think so. She's my puppet, and always has been. Attack." He commands Shrub, and the voices in her head scream at her to comply. She pulls out her bow, arrow ready to fire, but something held her back. Something was still resisting.

She could hear Scott and Xornoth arguing from what felt like miles away, but she couldn't focus on that.

The wolves were surrounding the two, chewing away at the corruption, while the dire wolf was trying to reach her head back to Shrub.

Shrub drops the bow, letting it land in the grass, arrow next to it, and she wraps her arms around the Mother Wolf's neck.

The wolves free the two from the corruption, and she catches Scotts eye, sees him nod, and she leans her head further into Mother Wolf, towards her ear. "Do you think you can take me to Rivendell?" She asks politely.

The dire wolf nods once, and takes off towards the mountains, their pack following behind.

The gnome hears Xornoth call after her, hears him in her mind, but she does her best to block it out.

She was not going to be his puppet again. She had friends who were defending her.

Mother Wolf takes her across Rivendells bridge, and she stops beneath the statue of a deer.

He was gone. Xornoth wasn't there anymore. She couldn't hear him or the corrupted voice telling her to hurt and kill.

"Aeor protects these lands. He can't influence you here." Scotts voice comes from behind her. Seems he followed soon after the two took off.

She clumsily gets off Mother Wolf, staring at the floor. "..I...I'm sorry.." she mumbles, and Scott puts a hand on her shoulder.

"Don't be. It's not your fault. It's his." He tries to comfort, but the gnome just looks away, disgusted with herself for almost giving into him.

Scott frowns, observing her. "He still has hold on you, doesn't he? Gem said that you were free of corruption, but she didn't get all of it, did she?"

Shrub reluctantly shakes her head, tears slipping down her face.

"Hm. Let me see if I can help." He takes her hand, leading her to a church, which on the way he called "The Church of Aeor."

"W..what are you going to do to me? You won't...make me your puppet instead...right?" She asks timidly, and Scott shakes his head, eyes wide.

"No of course not! I'm the good version. I'm going to see if Aeor can heal it." She gives him a puzzled look and he sighs. "Nevermind. Long story. I don't quite know how to do this but, let's...give it a try."

He folds his hands, closing his eyes.

"Aeor, please uh...clean and protect this gnome from the corruption of Exor and defend her from the influence from his champion, Xornoth." He mumbles, and for a second she wondered if she saw him glowing gold, and then she felt all warm and tingly and giggled a bit because it tickled.

"Woah!" She laughs, and Scott looks at her, head tilted with confusion. "Oh uh.." she looks away embarrassed. "I think that worked?" She shrugs

"Great! You know, Gem said she wanted to have a meeting here to talk about I think specifically you being better, but since you were gone she was going to postpone it. I'm going to tell her you're here and to continue with the meeting."

Shrub gasps, eyes wide. "So I'm gonna have to...stand in front of...everyone?" She whimpers nervously.

Scott gives her a warm smile. "Don't worry. It sounds like you have plenty of people, and animals," he glances at Mother Wolf and her pack, "protecting you. So you'll be fine."

She nods ".. Alright."

"Well, you look like you need to freshen up." He teases with a grin, leading her to his house so that she could prepare for the meeting.

#shrubnoth au #empires smp #shubble #empires shrub #shrub berry #xornoth

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pickerelstripe · 10 months

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[CM] - Flowering Plants 1

More lexicon posts, woohoo! Today I've got some flowering plants. This isn't the full list, but it's the ones I've assigned words so far, so it'll have to do until I work on more.

New york aster (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii) - Palefi Derived from base Clanmew palifuh* (purple) and pfefi* (fluff petal). Tall, thin-stemmed plant with narrow leaves and pale purple flowers. Grows on marshland borders and may be found in nutritionally poor soil. Attractive to butterflies, moths, and bees!

Bog aster (Oclemena nemoralis) - Oskfi Derived from palefi and osk* (white). Very similar to palefi, but a little smaller and with pale, pink-or-white flowers. Found in wetlands and on shores.

Bog goldenrod (Solidago uliginosa) - Morree Derived from waymor* (taller than it is wide) and rreen* (golden). Very tall with a thin, reddish stem and fluffy golden flowers that bloom in late summer. Grows in wetlands and on shores. Resistant to deer and attractive to butterflies.

Water hemlock (Cicuta maculata) - Mwrai Branched plant with clusters of tiny white flowers and deeply-toothed leaves. Grows in marshes and on shores. Mwrai is highly toxic! Consumption results in tremors, extreme pain, fever, and death. Mwrai is especially dangerous due to its resemblance to the herbs boneset and valerian.

Blueflag iris (Iris versicolor) - Pail Derived from palifuh* (purple) and pai* (petal). Thick-leaved plant with fancy blue-to-purple flowers. Found in marshes, fields, and on shores. Though beautiful, pail is irritating when handled, and ingestion results in stomach upset.

Fragrant water-lily (Nymphea odorata) - Ssoskai Derived from osk* (white), pai* (petal), and yasschoop* (sense of smell). Leaves are wide and float on the water; flowers are ornate, white with a yellow center, and bloom from morning til noon during warm months. Ssoskai are found exclusively on the lake. Flowers carry a sweet scent that may be detected hundreds of yards away!

Wild sarsaparilla (Aralia nudicaulis) - Sikibow Cat-sized plant with tiny white flowers in spherical clusters; these flowers develop into dark berries in mid-summer. Grows in forest understories. Browsed by deer and moose, while the berries are consumed by foxes and chipmunks.

Sheep laurel (Kalmia angustifolia) - Besskaf Derived from beka* (pink), peske* (clusters of flowers), and mwssaf* (poisonous). Shrub with thick, leathery leaves and circular pink flowers. Grows in wetlands, forests, and on shores. Besskaf is highly toxic to cats and also exudes chemicals that inhibit other plants, particularly conifers.

Northern St. John's-wort (Hypericum boreale) - Mwurfs Leafy, shrubby plant with fancy yellow flowers. Found in wetlands, on shores, and in shallow lake water. Mwurfs is toxic - contact may result in boils and irritation, while consumption leads to photosensitivity, drooling, and depression.

Red clover (Trifolium pratense) - Shuf Tiny spreading plant with little pink-or-red flowers. Grows in fields and on shores. Shuf is an herb that aids skin inflammation and (possibly) arthritis! It's also consumed by numerous animals.

#claymew #plants #flowering plants

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anadorablekiwi · 1 year

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this is arrowwood viburnum!

the plant is really pretty and common in landscaping, as the shrub grows really big, and has pretty white flowers (similar to a hydrangea variation i know i think!) that produce dark blue berries

their region is native to europe, america, northern asia, and it can grow well in australia. most of the information i found on it described north america though (such is using google in english maybe hjsdhk)

oh woah this was a perfect plant for me to research :o i read that the name comes from the information that native Americans would use the shoots from the roots as arrow shafts

the berries are edible but most pit anyways, and apparently they dont smell great D:

medicinally, they can be used "as a nerve sedative, anti-spasmodic for asthma and for stomach troubles, colic and hysteria"

arrowwood viburnum is a shrub that flower in may to early june, the fruit matures in autumn, and it loses its leaves in winter

some say the plant smells bad but apparently some say it smells like a green pepper

"Leaves are 2-5" (5-12.5 cm) long, often leathery, and hairy on the veins and the petiole."

Oooo pretty!! And cool!!!!! I kinda recognize the berries, but maybe a similar plant is what I’m thinking of? No idea lol

This is angelina stonecrop!

I dont know if its used super often but its a great groundcover. It grows fast and spreads a lot, and is really pretty/‘evergreen’. The foliage turns orange/amber in the winter in northern/colder climates but in milder ones its a chartreuse-yellow year round

Its native to Europe/Turkey, particularly central and western Europe/Britain. I think it can grow anywhere with lots of sun and poor dry soil.

Its a succulent that grows yellow flowers in the summertime

Its also great for a number of reasons: attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, deer resistant and rabbit resistant (good for gardeners i suppose lol), bee friendly, and drought tolerant

The plant is edible, but when eaten in large quantities it gives a stomachache (pro tip dont eat random plants i guess lol)

When planted in containers or in a wall, it develops a cascading habit!!

Doesnt do well with foot traffic tho lol

Its height is 10-15 cm/4-6 inches, and spreads to around 30-60 cm/12-23 inches

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obscurecrypticmystic · 2 years

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Allegheny Spurge

Pachysandra Procumbens

Background Information

Alternative Names: Mountain Spurge

Plant Type: Perennial Evergreen

Higher Classification: Pachysandra

Family: Buxaceae

Order: Buxales

Habitat: Southeast North America; can be found in pockets of Pennsylvania and New York but truly resides from North Carolina and down along into the southeastern states.

Environment: It grows under trees and shrubs and other shady places. Its natural environment includes moist rich woods.

Zones: 4a - 9b

Invasive: No

Identification: Allegheny spurge is a low perennial, spreading with long rhizomes. Toothed leaves crowd near the top of somewhat fleshy, 6 in., erect stems. Fragrant, white flowers cluster in a spike, the many staminate flowers above, the few pistillate flowers below. Leaves and stems are "evergreen." Once the new shoots mature, the previous season’s growth disappears. Leaves have scalloped margins and are marbled with silver and purple.

Uses: Spurge is an excellent ground cover for shady areas. It is considered more attractive than the over-used, Asiatic Pachysandra terminalis. Deer-resistant, disease-resistant and drought-resistant, this is a versatile native groundcover that covers the ground densely without the domineering qualities of P. terminalis. It is useful for erosion control and shady sloped banks and works well in areas where the lawn is shaded out by dense tree coverage.

Magical Properties

Mmm.... I haven't seen any Magical Properties associated with this plant so take the following with a heavy dose of skepticism.

From its basic nature and uses the following could be inferred:

Durability, Perseverance, Relationship Bonds, Familial Bonds, Connections, Slow but steady progress, Holds everything together, Strength, Persistence, Manifestation

Spurge is from late Middle English: shortening of Old French espurge, from espurgier, from Latin expurgare ‘cleanse’ (because of the purgative properties of the milky latex)

From this, it could be considered as a Banishment, Purification or Cleansing plant.

Could be used as a Hex or Curse plant in any of the above areas due to its toxic nature. - Corruption

⚠️ Warning ⚠️

Can be toxic and sometimes fatal to animals and humans if eaten.

Care Guide

Growth Height: 2 - 8 inches

Exposure: Part to full shade

Water intake: Can tolerate drought once established

Soil preference: Moist, humus-rich acidic soil

Season: Late Spring/Early Winter

Spread: 1 - 2 Feet

Spacing: 12 inches

Maintenance: Low

Tips: Avoid areas with full sun or with poor soil drainage as this will harm the plant. Good air circulation and drainage lessens the risk for leaf blight and root rot.

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kavyaorganicfarm · 2 months

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Japanese Sky Pencil Holly: Elevating Your Garden with Style

Title: Elevate Your Garden with Style: The Japanese Sky Pencil Holly

In the world of gardening, there are few plants as elegant and versatile as the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly. With its unique form and striking appearance, this cultivar of holly has become a favorite among gardeners looking to add a touch of sophistication to their outdoor spaces. From its slender, upright growth habit to its rich green foliage, the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly offers both beauty and functionality in equal measure.

One of the most distinctive features of the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly is its narrow, columnar shape. Unlike traditional holly bushes, which tend to have a more rounded or spreading form, the Sky Pencil grows upwards, reaching heights of up to 8 feet tall while maintaining a width of only 2 to 3 feet. This compact growth habit makes it an ideal choice for small gardens, narrow spaces, or even container plantings.

The foliage of the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly is equally noteworthy. Its glossy, dark green leaves provide year-round interest, serving as a vibrant backdrop for seasonal flowers or other garden accents. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the foliage is also deer-resistant, making it a practical choice for gardens located in areas where deer are common.

Another advantage of the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly is its low-maintenance nature. Once established, this hardy shrub requires minimal care, thriving in a wide range of soil types and light conditions. While it prefers full sun to partial shade, it can tolerate some shade, making it adaptable to various garden settings. Regular watering and occasional pruning to maintain its shape are typically the only maintenance tasks required, making it an excellent choice for busy gardeners or those new to gardening.

In addition to its beauty and ease of care, the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly also offers practical benefits for the garden. Its dense growth habit makes it an effective privacy screen or windbreak when planted in a row, providing year-round coverage without taking up a lot of space. It can also be used as a focal point in the garden, either planted alone or in groups to create a striking vertical accent.

When designing with Japanese Sky Pencil Holly, there are endless possibilities for incorporating this versatile plant into your garden. For a contemporary look, try planting a row of Sky Pencils along a pathway or driveway to create a formal, linear border. Alternatively, use them to frame an entrance or focal point in the garden, drawing the eye upward and adding height and structure to the landscape.

For a more naturalistic approach, combine Japanese Sky Pencil Holly with other shrubs and perennials to create a mixed border or woodland garden. The upright form of the Sky Pencil provides a striking contrast to lower-growing plants, adding depth and visual interest to the planting scheme. Consider pairing it with ornamental grasses, ferns, or flowering perennials for a dynamic and textural display that evolves throughout the seasons.

In Japanese garden design, the concept of "borrowed scenery" is often employed to create a sense of depth and perspective. By strategically placing plants to frame distant views or neighboring landscapes, gardeners can enhance the beauty of their own gardens while seamlessly integrating them into the surrounding environment. The vertical form of the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly lends itself perfectly to this technique, serving as a living frame that draws the eye towards the sky or distant vistas.

In conclusion, the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly is a versatile and elegant plant that can elevate any garden with its style and grace. From its slender, upright form to its glossy green foliage, this cultivar of holly offers both beauty and functionality in equal measure. Whether used as a focal point, privacy screen, or architectural accent, the Japanese Sky Pencil Holly is sure to make a stunning addition to any landscape, providing year-round interest and enduring beauty for years to come.

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Our rain gardens can include ornamental grasses, deep rooted perennials, low-growing shrubs and deer resistant plants.

Trees and shrubs in a rain garden help deflect water and slow it down.

And of course, one area of the rain garden will be the wettest and requires plants that tolerant of the wet conditions. Not every plant is suited for the wet area of a rain garden. Proper selection of plants for the success of the rain garden is critical.

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Maximizing Outdoor Protection: Understanding the Importance and Benefits of Deer Antler Guards

Deer, while majestic creatures, can pose a significant threat to landscapes, gardens, and agricultural fields. Their affinity for browsing on tender vegetation often leads to costly damage and frustration for property owners. To mitigate this challenge, many turn to deer antler guards as a proactive solution. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the significance of deer antler guards, their benefits, and key considerations for effective implementation, empowering individuals to safeguard their outdoor spaces against deer damage.

Understanding Deer Antler Guards

Deer antler guards are protective devices designed to prevent deer from causing damage to trees, shrubs, and other vegetation by rubbing or scraping their antlers against them. These guards serve as a physical barrier, creating a deterrent that discourages deer from engaging in destructive behavior. While deer antler guard come in various forms, including plastic wraps, wire mesh, and specialized coatings, their primary function remains consistent: to protect vulnerable plants from deer-related damage.

The Importance of Deer Antler Guards

Preserving Landscapes and Gardens: Deer are notorious for their voracious appetites and indiscriminate browsing habits. Without adequate protection, ornamental plants, fruit trees, and garden crops become susceptible to damage, compromising the aesthetics and productivity of outdoor spaces. Deer antler guards offer a proactive defense against such threats, preserving the integrity of landscapes and gardens.

Promoting Tree Health and Growth: Trees are particularly vulnerable to damage from deer antler rubbing, which can result in bark abrasion, girdling, and ultimately, tree decline or mortality. By installing antler guards, property owners can safeguard young trees and saplings, allowing them to establish healthy root systems and thrive without interference from deer-induced stress or injury.

Cost Savings and Conservation Efforts: The financial costs associated with repairing or replacing damaged vegetation can be substantial, especially for commercial orchards, nurseries, or agricultural operations. Deer antler guards offer a cost-effective solution by reducing the need for ongoing maintenance and replacement of damaged plants. Additionally, by minimizing deer-related damage, antler guards contribute to conservation efforts aimed at preserving native plant species and biodiversity.

Benefits of Deer Antler Guards

Effective Deterrent: Deer antler guards create a physical barrier that effectively deters deer from accessing and damaging vegetation. Whether constructed from durable materials like metal mesh or plastic wraps, these guards provide a formidable obstacle that discourages deer from engaging in destructive behavior.

Long-Term Protection: Well-designed deer antler guards offer long-term protection against deer-related damage, providing peace of mind for property owners year-round. By investing in durable guards with weather-resistant properties, individuals can enjoy sustained protection for their landscapes and vegetation over multiple growing seasons.

Versatility and Adaptability: Deer antler guards are available in various sizes, shapes, and configurations to accommodate different plant types and landscape designs. Whether protecting individual trees, shrubs, or entire garden beds, property owners can choose guards that suit their specific needs and preferences. Additionally, some guards feature adjustable components or modular designs that allow for easy installation and customization.

Aesthetic Considerations: While primarily functional, deer antler guards can also contribute to the aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces. Many guards are designed to blend seamlessly with natural surroundings or complement existing landscaping features, ensuring that protection does not come at the expense of visual harmony.

Key Considerations for Implementation

Assessing Vulnerable Areas: Identify areas of your property that are prone to deer activity or where valuable vegetation is at risk of damage. Focus on high-traffic areas, deer feeding routes, or locations near wooded habitats where deer are likely to roam.

Choosing Appropriate Guard Types: Select deer antler guard that are suitable for the specific plants or trees you wish to protect. Consider factors such as plant size, growth rate, and susceptibility to deer damage when choosing guard materials and configurations.

Proper Installation and Maintenance: Ensure that deer antler guards are installed correctly and securely to provide effective protection. Monitor guards regularly for signs of damage or wear, and promptly repair or replace any compromised components to maintain optimal functionality.

Supplemental Deer Management Strategies: While deer antler guards offer valuable protection, they are most effective when used in conjunction with other deer management strategies. Consider implementing additional deterrents such as fencing, repellents, or habitat modification to enhance overall effectiveness.

Conclusion

In conclusion, deer antler guards play a crucial role in preserving outdoor landscapes, gardens, and agricultural resources by protecting vulnerable vegetation from deer-related damage. By understanding the importance and benefits of deer antler guards, property owners can take proactive measures to safeguard their outdoor spaces against deer browsing and rubbing behaviors. With proper implementation, including careful selection, installation, and maintenance of antler guards, individuals can enjoy long-term protection for their valuable plants and trees while promoting harmony between wildlife and human habitats.

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