A Misty Lavender Overlay,

hard to capture but evident here, gives Smokey Mountain Autumn its charm.

Best Kept Secret

I surprised a wild turkey in the garden this morning. She surprised me in turn. I didn't see her until she flew over the back fence before allowing me a photo op. I must put more seeds in the birdfeeder. Last year she proudly paraded her poults down the fence line.

Hosta 'Powder Blue'

I'm still planting things bought earlier this year.