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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...

Winding Down



After three weeks of garden tours (we've had 3 open days plus one tour group and another scheduled later this week), it is time to wind down and get back to work in the garden. Not that we haven't been working all along - of course we have - but now we can focus our attention on pruning, trimming and other projects. Thanks to everyone who visited our garden!






Text and photos by Phillip Oliver, Dirt Therapy

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  1. It's lovely, Phillip. I wish I could see it in person some day. Enjoy your rest break, when you get it!

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  2. Sounds like a well earned break, Phillip! I didn't have time to come see it this year (and I'm sure things have changed) but I know you two have a wonderful garden. Next time...

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  3. I made note of your open dates on my calendar but had conflicts on each one. Someday (year?) I'll make it back.

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  4. And I've got to get over to see yours as well!

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