Tag: autumn
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Autumn Colors 21 Nov 2025
The leaves are falling rapidly. Soon the tall tree canopy will be bare. I am gathering up the leaves and they will be composted with the perennials that have finished blooming. Of course, I am leaving enough leaves under trees and shrubs for the insect life, birds and other critters that use it as habitat.…
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Autumn Colors 14 Nov 2025
We had frost 2 nights this week. It was a light touch so only a few very tender plants are done for the season. We are in a stretch of warm days and cool nights so the autumn color will persist for at least the next 10 days. This week the feature is the Camellia…
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Autumn Colors 7 November 2025
As autumn’s first frost approaches, temperatures are set to drop, prompting preparation for tender plants. This week showcases peak fall colors, particularly from Hydrangea quercifolia and Vaccinium ashei. Observations include various blooms and wildlife. The writer looks forward to sharing more photos and encourages participation in the Six on Saturday community.
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Bright October Fall Flowers 24 October 2025
As winter approaches, shorter, sunny days and cooler nights benefit plants by reducing watering needs. Gardening tasks have been completed more efficiently, including propagating perennials and preparing tender plants for winter. Notable plants include Swamp Sunflowers, Brown Eyed Susans, Hardy Mums, and Zinnias, which attract migrating monarch butterflies. Happy Gardening!
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Bright Fall Flowers 3 October 2025
The October weather features blue skies and cool mornings, aiding garden work. Fall flowers are blooming, including swamp sunflowers and toad lilies, drawing bees and butterflies. The fragrant tea olive is a highlight. The author shares their gardening experiences and plans to post on the Six on Saturday group. Happy gardening!
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The Last Fall Colors
Frost is expected this coming week. There are still a few blooming plants but for the less hardy plants, the season is over. The garden needs the rest. It is the end of a glorious season. I am grateful. The tender plants are placed in their shelter. The falling leaves are being chopped by the…
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Autumn Colors 2 Nov 2024
We had some rain overnight. Our first rain in 30 days. It was marvelous. My wife and I stood and looked out the window to bear witness to the phenomenon. With the daylight diminishing and the temperatures gradually declining, I can now stop the need for watering. Thank goodness, since the expense is dreadful. There…
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October Colors 26 Oct 2024
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…
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October Hunter Moon 18 Oct 2024
In these parts, first frost is from Nov 1 until Nov 15 according to the sources. We did have some temps in the 40’s this past week which is to be expected. I have been planning on moving tender plants where they will be sheltered when frost comes. I have also been cutting back spent…
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October Moon 4 Oct 2024
At our latitude, the days are considerably shorter now. Sunrise is today at 644 and sunset at 628. There is less daylight to do gardening chores but the plants are definitely slowing down. This leads to more creativity in choosing items to photograph. With so much less weeding and pruning, I have begun more planting…