Flowers that were once widespread amongst fields, meadows and woods are now extremely rare and some have become extinct in the wild. This is largely due to disappearing habitats.

Landscapes that are home to distinctive species of plants or animals are under threat. Bring this to the world's attention through your photography of plants in the landscape.

The wildflowers you photograph may be in gardens - which can be fragile landscapes in their own right - or in the true 'wild'. The judges will be looking to show the flowers in their right context - whether that is part of naturalistic planting or in the fields and hedgerows. They can be wide shots or close-ups of individual species. Now is your chance to seek out the wild spaces on your doorstep and to celebrate them through photography.

Prizes

First prize:

By entering this category your image stands a chance to win the Overall IGPOTY title and prize of £7,500! Please note- you cannot win this category prize and the overall prize. Camera- make/model TBC 1 x prize copy of IGPOTY Book 9 Signed individual certificate Your image goes on tour in the travelling exhibition!

Second prize:

1 x prize copy of IGPOTY Book 9 Signed individual certificate Your image goes on tour in the travelling exhibition!

Third prize:

1 x prize copy of IGPOTY Book 9 Signed individual certificate Your image goes on tour in the travelling exhibition!

Online submissions

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