There was no frost this morning, despite last night's advisories. Each day of October without frost is gift to the garden. It's also a reprieve for the gardener; I haven't potted up and brought in the duranta. The fuschia is still sitting out in the garden, but it's back in full bloom, enjoying the cooler weather. I guess I'll just have to start schlepping it in and out now. Nearly everything that has to go in the ground is now in the ground, although I picked up another Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears' on deep discount today. I'll find a home for it somewhere. There is only one plant left still to bloom here at Squirrelhaven, the Korean mum.
It seems like I have less and less time to spend in the garden these days, even as the garden chores pile up. At least I can enjoy the beauty of the colors of the fall garden as I glance out the window, or pull into the garage.
The foliage of the 'Cobra' Lily has turned yellow, the first of all the lilies here.
Sorry, I just can't resist one more cabbage shot.
Soon my bulbs will arrive, and then the fun really begins.