I keep a small pile of various branches in a corner of the patio for any use to which mice may wish to put it (I have never ever seen a mouse anywhere near it

but we soldier on). This morning I inspected said pile for signs of use (none

) but noticed the above astounding sight on a buddleia pruned before Spring. It has suddenly grown aerial roots

.
Now I'm sure they weren't there last week and can only ascribe the sudden appearance to the very mild wet spell we have enjoyed

over Christmas.
Can't believe it has lived with no care whatsoever through the Summer Of 'Eighteen 90-degree heatwave, but it has.
Thing is, I don't want another white double-flowered buddleia but it seems a shame to ignore its tenacious fight for life

.