Frost is not expected for at least another 10 days. It has been dry and the skies have been so wonderfully clear. I stepped out to find bright or changing colors and discovered these for my six for this week.
Fall preparations continue. I have planted a few bulbs but most are waiting for ground temperatures to fall. My fall vegetable raised bed had been planted but it was decimated by a squirrel or some other digging creature. I had to bolster the wire fencing to fend off the rude intruder.
I am joining the SixOnSaturday group this morning. If you want to come and wander through the gardens of those sharing I am providing the link. We are hosted by Jim Stephens here https://gardenruminations.co.uk.
First, the pinks and reds. The Confederate rose (Hibiscus mutability) photo shows the stages of color change from white to pink. It later become red before it shrivels to the lavender ball and then drops off to the ground.
The E. purpurea continues to bloom although this one is a little ratty.
The shrub is a sweet spire (Itea Virginia) which produces striking red leaves.
Next are the yellows. The Rudbeckia hirta is “Indian summer” I believe. This cheery after a long season of blooming.
The triloba is a native which seems to be quite happy in this container.
The Zebra grass (Miscanthis sinensis) is newly planted this year. I have planted several clumping grasses in this area as a barrier from the nearby gutter. I am optimistic they will form a worthy grassy hedge.
Happy Gardening!
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