Japanese Maples Fall Color
'Skeeter's Broom' is the most colorful maple in our garden. I have just returned from a 2-week trip to Japan. This was my first ever trip outside the United States. It was an amazing experience and one I will never forget. Japan was wonderful - they really have their act together and I think the U.S. could learn a few things from them. There was one disappointment on the trip - the fall color had barely begun there and was really just beginning as we left. That is okay because the gardens were still spectacular, and I got a nice shot of fall color when I got back. 'Ryusen' I missed a few things - our ginkgo had just turned a glorious color the day before I left, and the leaves were gone by the time I got back. 'Sango-Kaku' I came home to many leaves on the ground but still a lot on the trees. 'Osakazuki', a beautiful red maple always changed color very late and therefore doesn't usually last long. When I left there was no color but a few remaini
Thanks Phillip! I'm so glad we ran into each other at Sam's the other day, that worked out great for us all and it was nice seeing you again. We will definitely have to go to Rosie's soon!
ReplyDeleteOn a totally different note-Andy said you don't use worms in your compost. My container is closed (but well vented) is that why I need the worms? Or do they just hasten the process? I'm still a little fuzzy about that! If you ever need any help pulling weeds or thinning out the lilies just let me know :)
Wonderland, indeed! Wow. I esp. love that orange rhodie.
ReplyDeleteHaha, yes, if you wanted/needed any help I would gladly come over. I actually enjoy it, I think because it's so easy to see your progress. But, I know some people enjoy working in their garden alone to relieve stress, which is A-ok too.
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet, thanks for thinking about the book and lending it to me! I'll read it quickly and get it back to you.
Awesome. So great you can supplement your article with the blog.
ReplyDeleteHoly guacamole Batman - THAT's a garden!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a honor to see this garden! Really, I mean that! The red is gorgeous massed! I see your garden and get hydrangea envy and this one and get all rhodo envy!
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Great photos and good for you on that article! Is there anything more striking than massed rhodies?
ReplyDeletePhillip, how wonderful that you have another article! I haven't made it that far yet. I've only read up to Chuck and Sue's Garden. (BTW Buds N Blossoms have UNBEATABLE prices on threadleaf maples.) Anyway, I'm looking forward to reading your article, can't wait. I cheated a minute ago and peeked at the fab pictures. :-)
ReplyDeleteSpectacular photographs. Congratulations on the article!
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Philip
I ran into this while surfing today. My dad, Leon Perry, indeed had a green thumb. I wish I had his yard transplanted into my back yard now. Thanks for the wonderful pictures and words. Jean Perry Nabers
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