Ne'er Cast A Clout
By Neil on Tuesday, May 10 2011, 12:21 - Permalink
This picture of a hawthorn tree in flower was taken in May 2011. There is a saying about this which advises that you should ne'er cast a clout till the may be out. (Note that it says the may, not just May). Many people think that this refers to the month of May. Actually it refers to the may flower or hawthorn. It is recommending that you should not leave off any winter clothing until the hawthorn is in blossom As you can see from my picture this happens before the end of the month of may.