Since the garden is entering hibernation, I was searching for photos to post today. I found some photos of grasses and such. We have visited the Alabama Gulf Coast often over the years and I have a selection of photos I have taken there.
First is a pampas grass against a backdrop of palm trees. This grass is tall and stands out in the landscape with its plumes. It is a native of South America but commonly seen in the American South.
Second is a pink Muhly grass. It is a perennial sedge like plant. It is an Alabama native which blooms this time of year. It is commonly seen along roadsides. The feather blooms are noticeable from a distance.
Third is sea oats. Sorry it is a little blurry. It grows on the sand dunes and is a signature of the beach and coastal areas. It provides shelter for birds.
Here is a close up of the sea oats.
I am not sure of this next photo but my plant app suggests it is a goldenrod. The Monarch butterflies seem to enjoy it.
Finally, here is a magnificent sunrise. The object above the sun may be Venus.
So, there it is. Hope this diversion entertains you.
Just a reminder, Jim Stephens of Garden Ruminations is hosting Six on Saturday now. You can find him here: https://gardenruminations.co.uk/ He has a good blog too.
Back to gardening next week.
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Thanks for this holiday photos, it’s always good to be reminded of plants that do wonderful work in nature. And that sunrise with the planet is brilliant.
Muhly grass is not one that has crossed my radar, though I find there are several nurseries here that sell it. It’s pretty, I will look out for it.
I really like Muhly grass—in fact, feathery flowering grasses in general.