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Old 24-03-2008, 10:23 AM
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Indeed, most of the literature and the web describe it as purely Mediterranean. Which is why I was disconcerted to see it on the island of Houat. It is clearly regarded as special since it has the title of lys d'Houat.

Okay, what's the significance of the genet (jennet = small horse or donkey)?

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Originally Posted by ericrovve View Post
Well I'm surprised it grows so far north. A typical Med. sea-side plant.
We also have the Plantagenet Kings - Plant a genet
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