Things are winding down garden-wise. A lot of your vegetable production is slowing down. After the heat and drought of this summer, things are looking a bit ragged despite the recent downpours.
At least the fall flowers are starting to blossom. We have something to be happy about. Asters take center stage. There are lots of wild asters along with any you’ve planted in your garden. Place them with the Chrysanthemums that you see in every garden center and grocery store for a beautiful array of seasonal color.
The Autumn Joy Sedum are starting to bloom. You’ll be able to watch them transition from the newly opened green flowers through the dark burgundy colors of cooler weather.
Vitex trees are in full bloom and about mid-way through their season with lilac-like clusters of flowers that let us hang on to summer just a bit longer.
Black-eyed Susans are also making their appearance – at least until the deer find them and have a tasty snack.
Get ready – cooler days are coming.
