It was so hot and dry over the summer, it’s impacted the changing leaves. Thankfully the yellow ones have been decent but the trees that turn orange or reddish have lagged behind. They;ll likely just turn brown at the first hard freeze.
Hurrah! I went out yesterday on a different route specifically to see if there were any red leaves and was I ever surprised. I posted about them today.
I saw a few gorgeous bright reddish orange trees in the bright morning sunshineโฆand they were glowingโฆalas my camera was not handyโฆthey were maples.
We have several catalpa trees here, too. Like you said, elephant ears! LOL!
I used to call them my green and yellow pancakes, and the pods were the spears to pick them up with, LOL!! Lost a huge limb off of one of them a few nights ago in a stormโฆI had to break it down into smaller pieces to get it moved. What a mess!
Our neighborโs cottonwood tree came down onto our fence several weeks ago in a violent wind stormโฆI need to rent a chain saw to get that cleaned upโฆthe next door dude would help if he had more timeโฆhe has a full time job, and is in the military reserves and has two small kids as wellโฆso when our sons are here for Thanksgiving, I think we will have a yard cleanup party!
Oh gosh, how sad to lose a big tree. Some years back a heavy wet snow storm heavily damaged a very old maple tree. It crashed across the sidewalk and took out a portion of the fence. It was a huge mess to clean up. A few years later it had to be taken down and it was such a sad day. The city put a couple of trees in its place but I still miss that beautiful old tree.
” I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree”
Now, a tree like that I could live with but what I have are Eucalyptus that do nothing but spew leaves everywhere. I let the birds attend to the almond tree and I adore it when it is in full blossom.
I can only imagine how amazing your almond smells in the springtime. Iโve heard eucalyptus trees are a real pain. Probably like the catalpa across the street. It drops the biggest leaves (think elephant ear size!) all over the yard. Once theyโre down, they donโt blow away. ๐
Gorgeous! I love Fall, mostly because of the lower temps after a long, hot summer, but also for all the gorgeous colors. BUT we havenโt seen much in the way of leaf color changes around our โhood.
Thank you! Autumn is the best time of year. Our changing leaves haven’t been as pretty as usual but the yellow ones sure look great against a clear blue sky.
Only halfway kidding. My two large magnolias that I despise but can’t remove because of local tree protection ordinances were just ready for a massive, and I mean massive, leaf fall. So I called in the tree trimmers and transformed them into what looks like magnolia lollipops. Naked magnolia lollipops. My neighbors (on whose lawns the leaves usually end up) gave me a standing ovation.
Whoa…you did ‘golf ball’ trimming? I’ve got a 60′ Catalpa across the street, I can’t wait for the leaf drop on that baby. The leaves are enormous, and then there are those wretched long bean pods. #ohjoy
Just catching up here. That is a gorgeous photo of marbled blue sky and golden tree!
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We have a lot of brown leaves falling. Mostly they’re still green and on the trees. Waiting for a frost.
If it weren’t for the yellow leaves, our landscape would mirror yours. I suspect my maple leaves will just turn brown and fall off. Oh joy ๐ฌ
We have an oak in the front yard that doesn’t lose its leafs until spring, when the new buds push them off.
I have one to those too. Ugh-itโs depressing looking at it all winter.
Strangely enough, it really is. I’ve considered ending it’s life, but couldn’t bring myself to so it, LOL!
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My FAVORITE time of the year………leaves of jewel tones shining in the sun……gold, yellow, oranges, reds….Mother Nature in her colorful best!
Hugs, Pam
It was so hot and dry over the summer, it’s impacted the changing leaves. Thankfully the yellow ones have been decent but the trees that turn orange or reddish have lagged behind. They;ll likely just turn brown at the first hard freeze.
Beautiful pic that is wonderful for the season. Guess I better get my autumn beach walk together.
Thank you. You could work on an autumn walk or pull out a leaf rake ๐คฃ
LOL …. but I will have one soon.
You mean, that’s what fall looks like?
Only in a few places and just with the yellow leaves. The red/orange ones are MIA for the most part. Dang hot, dry summer!
Okay, I was wrong. We do have some colors going on here. I gots to remember to look up!
Hurrah! I went out yesterday on a different route specifically to see if there were any red leaves and was I ever surprised. I posted about them today.
I loved it, Monika.
Happy mid Autumn season ๐ฆ๐๐๐ค๐stay warm & cozy ๐ด๐ซ
Thanks! Enjoy all those beautiful beach landscapes.
Fall
That was a stunning photograph.
Thank you, Helen. Very kind of you to say. Happy mid-week!
I was feeling a bit down…and it brightened things immediately!
Awwโฆso glad it brightened your day. ๐ฅฐ
So beautiful! I just love Autumn!
Itโs our favorite time of year ๐๐๐
I saw a few gorgeous bright reddish orange trees in the bright morning sunshineโฆand they were glowingโฆalas my camera was not handyโฆthey were maples.
We have several catalpa trees here, too. Like you said, elephant ears! LOL!
I used to call them my green and yellow pancakes, and the pods were the spears to pick them up with, LOL!! Lost a huge limb off of one of them a few nights ago in a stormโฆI had to break it down into smaller pieces to get it moved. What a mess!
Our neighborโs cottonwood tree came down onto our fence several weeks ago in a violent wind stormโฆI need to rent a chain saw to get that cleaned upโฆthe next door dude would help if he had more timeโฆhe has a full time job, and is in the military reserves and has two small kids as wellโฆso when our sons are here for Thanksgiving, I think we will have a yard cleanup party!
Oh gosh, how sad to lose a big tree. Some years back a heavy wet snow storm heavily damaged a very old maple tree. It crashed across the sidewalk and took out a portion of the fence. It was a huge mess to clean up. A few years later it had to be taken down and it was such a sad day. The city put a couple of trees in its place but I still miss that beautiful old tree.
SPECK-TACULUR!!!!!!!
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Why thank you, dear kitty and mum. ๐๐๐
Yore furry wellcome Miss Monika! <3 <3
Beautiful!!
Thank you! Just love that big cottonwood tree with the blue sky backdrop.
Golden Beauty!!!
Woos – Lightning, Misty, and Timber
It sure was!
Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.
Albert Camus (1913 – 1960)
That’s a wonderful way of describing it.
” I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree”
Now, a tree like that I could live with but what I have are Eucalyptus that do nothing but spew leaves everywhere. I let the birds attend to the almond tree and I adore it when it is in full blossom.
I can only imagine how amazing your almond smells in the springtime. Iโve heard eucalyptus trees are a real pain. Probably like the catalpa across the street. It drops the biggest leaves (think elephant ear size!) all over the yard. Once theyโre down, they donโt blow away. ๐
Gorgeous! I love Fall, mostly because of the lower temps after a long, hot summer, but also for all the gorgeous colors. BUT we havenโt seen much in the way of leaf color changes around our โhood.
Thank you! Autumn is the best time of year. Our changing leaves haven’t been as pretty as usual but the yellow ones sure look great against a clear blue sky.
beautiful! Our leaves aren’t as vibrant this year, probably due to all of the rain we had this summer.
Ours are much less colorful this year too. Hot, hot summer and no moisture have made for poor changing colors. *sigh
So pretty.
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That’s ‘pawsome’ praise coming from you. Thank you!
Where’s my rake? Get off my lawn.
{Snort!}
Only halfway kidding. My two large magnolias that I despise but can’t remove because of local tree protection ordinances were just ready for a massive, and I mean massive, leaf fall. So I called in the tree trimmers and transformed them into what looks like magnolia lollipops. Naked magnolia lollipops. My neighbors (on whose lawns the leaves usually end up) gave me a standing ovation.
Whoa…you did ‘golf ball’ trimming? I’ve got a 60′ Catalpa across the street, I can’t wait for the leaf drop on that baby. The leaves are enormous, and then there are those wretched long bean pods. #ohjoy
Beautiful. Send that tree on over to The Golden K; it will fit right in. ๐
It’s one of nature’s most treasured gifts this time of year.
Lulu: “Looks like a golden time of year!”
It definitely is!
Beautiful. I love the colors of fall.
Have a fabulous day. Scritches to the pups, a smooch to Norman and a hug to you. โฅ
Autumn is my favorite time of year. Can never resist these golden images. Happy mid-week!
golden autumn ;O)
I’m a total sucker for golden leaves and blue sky. They make for an amazing combination.
Love a golden tree with a blue sky… Colours of Provence!
Yes! Such a beautiful combination. I can never resist that scene.
Neither can I! You should see how many I have ๐
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Beautiful! We have a warm and rainy autumn so our trees are not very colorful this year.
thank you! Leaf color change has been very slow, probably because it was such a hot, dry summer.