Beaver Dam Creek

runs behind my house. This morning was cool, clear and colorful.

Fall Garden Observations

Osteospermums are beginning to bloom again. I love the blue centers. I noticed the Lycoris radiata buds today. I was wondering if they were going to make it through the late freeze followed by summer drought this year. I moved some Asphidistra eliator in position to conceal an air conditioner visible from our back entrance. It needs a protected position in Zone 6.

Bloody Dock

Bloody Dock/Rumex sanguineus var. sanguineus likes moist conditions and is hardy to zone 4. Cut back flowers to keep the plant from becoming tall, weedy, and going to seed. Although I haven't tried it, I've read young leaves can be added to salads.

A Time To Plant

I'm adding some bulbs to the garden. I'm trying to resist planting a tulip feast for the squirrels this year. They will not bother the narcissus.