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...
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLove the Dahlias! Another favorite is the white lily (last photo).
Have a wonderful day!
The lily was a surprise! Do they usually bloom this late in the season up your way? I adore Caryopteris and wish I could grow it here. (I've tried.) The combination of the coleus and hydrangea is unexpected and very attractive.
ReplyDeleteThat lily was a surprise. It is in a pot and I guess it was planted late.
DeleteI always enjoy my monthly visits to your garden. So much variety and color. Happy (belated) Bloom Day.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dorothy!
DeleteYour 'Dynamite' is dynamite. It looks wonderful. Mine are extremely drought stressed.
ReplyDeleteThe Caryopteris and Abelia are so happy and healthy looking. Your whole garden must be magic.
Hoover, we do a ton of watering!
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