A very wild woodland edge mix showing some mid summer color. This is what happens when you plant a few things and let nature do her thing for the most part. Coneflowers, Monarda and River Oats have created their own composition to the delight of butterflies, hummingbird moths and bumblebees.
Sweet Gum beauty. When I was little, my grandparents had a Sweet Gum tree in their yard (the tree is still alive). I always loved the spiky seed pods, and the burgundy and purple colors the leaves would turn in autumn. I spent many days under those branches, and those moments will always be fond memories. Now, I have a Sweet Gum tree of my own, and the autumn leaves are just as beautiful and artistic as those that filled my childhood.
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