Down by the culvert. We get some purple loosestrife here – which is supposedly invasive – but not much and it’s never been invasive. It depends on how wet the summer has been. Personally, I love it.
Right next to it…Queen Anne’s Lace.
There are just a few blooms each day on the largest Rose of Sharon, and only one or two on the smaller bush. I’m rather sad to see them wind down, just as I feel a sort of melancholy at seeing the gardens start to fade. I love fall, but this summer has been spectacular for the gardens and I want to imprint it on my memory. The maple on the far side of the house already has some brown leaves, and as I looked out the upstairs window this morning, there were lots of leaves on the ground. Same with the black walnut, which loses leaves early. Thankfully, there are new zinnias every day so we have some late blooming beauty.
I’m going to weed whack today. It’s quite overgrown around the funky patio and the secret garden. I can barely see The Dude! I will apologize for neglecting him for so long.
I only see the rare bird in the birdbath. I think many of them have already flown south. I hear bird sounds, but very little bird song. Sob. I miss them already. Thankfully, I’ve been able to watch the goldfinches having a great tme with the thistles. (I can see them from my chair in the den.)
We’ll mow the front lawn tomorrow.
Beacon Hill: I’m waiting for the bathroom wallpaper to ship. I’m not in the mood to start painting the baseboards. I think I needed a little break. When I feel motivated, it will happen.
Time for some more coffee!
Stay safe.
Happy Wednesday.
It is hard to say goodbye to summer, and normally I would agree. But this summer between the heat, lack of rain, and the animals that love to feast on my plantings, I have had it. I’m ready to move on. Your flowers, however have thrived…and I’ve so enjoyed you sharing them with us.
My hummingbirds are still here, but they could be leaving any day now. That makes me sad.
Enjoy weed whacking…and the rest of your day! ;)
The deer just ate my hostas. At least they waited until the end of the summer!
Stay safe, Donnamae.
oh, i like that purple loosestrife plant! very pretty, yet looks sturdy enough to literally stand up to the street and culvert-level water.
glad that you enjoy doing lawn work, as you have a big property! it’s all lovely. hope the weather cooperates with your plans. my regards to the dude.
i feel the same about motivation. thankfully, right now i’m in a “get things done” mood (because there is lots to do). :)
same views here … some birds, but fewer than usual, same with the rabbits. plenty of black walnuts and acorns on the ground and lots of leaves starting to change color. happily, seeing more squirrels. and late yesterday afternoon and off/on all night, we enjoyed a wonderful, much-needed rainstorm. it was dark in the afternoon, enough to turn on lights, and fun to watch the rain and see the wind blowing branches around … glorious!
waiting for a call about my car, specifically why my driver’s window wouldn’t work, how much it will cost (which will decide if i get it fixed or not) and learn the oil change/inspection is done. hopefully it won’t find any other problems. then bone doctor tomorrow morning for one of those twice-a-year shots, learn if they’re helping my bone density.
best i get to other things.
hope you, don and everyone else have a great, safe wednesday.
kathy
I have not seen one rabbit here this year, which never happens. I miss seeing them!
Stay safe, Kathy.
It’s pouring here and due to really set in. A good day for a good book!
Yes, indeed!
Thank you, Jeanie.
Stay safe.
We have something like that purple flower. It also gets out of hand.
If my tree dies, maybe a large cactus tree would take. A few people are trying to grow them in town. Wild cacti grow 1/2 block from us. 3 kinds.
My youngest brother’s birthday was yesterday. Gosh, he was “kind” of small. He was the special gift for my mom, her 7th child – and breach! I liked him right away. He can do a perfect imitation of mom, oh, yeah- I help him.
Take good care
Thanks so much, Irene!
Stay safe.
A very pretty Rose of Sharon indeed! We have several that have come up from seed over the years, some so tall that the flowers are out of sight and I am contemplating taking them out and replacing with something more visible/interesting. It’s also the time of year where I need to get out with clippers and cut off their seed heads to try to forestall another million growing up in places I would rather have something else. Gardening chores are non-stop!
Cheers,
Ceci
I’ve had them several years and they have not self-seeded, though I know they do.
Thanks, Ceci.
Stay safe.