Autumn Vibes
Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' (Snakeroot) with Hydrangea 'Snow Queen' I love autumn - the crisp, cooler temperatures, the rain, and most of all, the fall colors. The year looks to be a nice one. I got back from a trip to Alabama last week and found that the colors were in full swing (unlike Alabama, where the temperatures were lovely with the exception of some mugginess but alas, no color at all). Japanese Maples are the first thing I think of when autumn comes to mind. This one is 'Bihou' and one of the first to change color. Acer palmatum 'Bihou' Other trees are beginning to change as well, including the Redbud 'Flame Thrower'. 'Flame Thrower' Redbud ( Cercis canadensis ) The star of the show now, however, is the Stewartia. It is just amazing and I remember it was beautiful last year as well. It's chief rivals, the Ginkgo and Black Tupelo, are only showing hints at the moment. Stewartia pseudocamellia The shady path - The most d...
What a great place to stay! I'm going to check it out online. I'm pretty sure your unknown plant is Aruncus dioicus, aka goat's beard. It's a Missouri native, so I bet it will grow in your area.
ReplyDeleteAlison, of course that is it. I knew it, just couldn't remember!
ReplyDeleteLooks like they put a lot of thought into co-existence with nature. Good, that.
ReplyDeleteWhat a restful place and an interesting living concept! Leave it to Portlanders to think of something so cool!
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of such a place. This one is beautiful. What a neat experience.
ReplyDeleteI was going to take a stab at the plant ID, but I see Alison beat me to it. I hope you did not run into any dirty hippies.
ReplyDeletewhat a marvelous and beautiful community...
ReplyDeleteJust the name - Trillium Hollow - relaxes me! What a beautiful concept AND place.
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