Our leaves aren't really changing just yet, but acorns are constantly dropping and leaves are starting to come down.
We have some slight change in color...
...berries too...
I always assumed that it was a temperature drop that caused leaves to start changing in the fall, but we're still in the mid-80s and I'm starting to see glimpses of color. Apparently the length of daylight can also be a trigger for the reduction of chlorophyll production in plants.
Our vinca, too, is still going strong.
We have thousands of them. Hard to believe that they all came from 2 or 3 plants, just 3 years ago! They're rampant re-seeders and I let them do their thing.
Our evergreens are still as vibrant as ever.
Still, it feels more like fall when I see our empty birdhouses.
Our randomly-blooming gardenias are definitely done for the summer.
The turkeys have returned, although I've only gotten a few late-dusk glimpses.
When this recent bout of 99% humidity breaks, we can go back to sitting by the pond again.
So peaceful, and even the many fallen trees contribute a little color and texture to the scene.
Our "goz" are really active right now, mainly in the early evening. It's easy to see evidence of their presence.
I'm not seeing many insects, although they're still pretty active.
Where there are flowers, there are bees, butterflies, and skippers. They may be the last to go!
It seems like the insects are hiding away, and we are too. Until this weather breaks, we'll continue to find our fun indoors.
Have a great week!
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