Since lockdown was introduced, Brits have been allowed to leave their house daily to get fresh air and exercise.
But people have been warned not to pick wild flowers whilst out walking as it could land you a hefty £5,000 fine or even a prison sentence.
Plant experts explained that there are laws in place to stop people picking flowers such as bluebells or daffodils - so don't be tempted, reports Pendle Today.
These laws fall under the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981 and the Theft Act of 1968, which means that any flowers in public parks and on roundabouts - owned by the council - are off limits, as are flowers on verges, nature reserves or private land.
Chris Bonnett, from GardeningExpress.co.uk, explained that all wild flowers are protected under the laws of the UK and the Republic of Ireland and picking them is illegal.
He said: "If any rare or endangered plants are growing near your home, you could face arrest, up to six months imprisonment and a maximum £5,000 fine for picking them."
But, that's not all - there are specific plant species which are protected too, like the Snowdon Lily, Sand Crocus and a Fen Violet, according to section 8 of the 1981 act.
Chris continued: "You are allowed to pick flowers which are not privately owned or critically endangered – but only one in every twenty, and only from patches where there are lots of flowers, so you leave plenty for others to enjoy."
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So, you must leave a substantial amount of the plant to ensure that it will be able to continue growing.
Chris added: "Intentionally picking, uprooting or destroying a plant without permission from the landowner or occupier is an offence, and you should never pick any flower found in the Schedule 8 list of protected plants."
Another important point is that you must be careful not to disturb any wildlife in the area.
