We associate Fall with change. Changing our clocks back one hour with Daylight Savings Time. Changing temperatures from humid heat and necessity of air conditioning to more comfortable, windows open weather. The possibility of changes in local, regional, and national politics. Changes our diets from lighter fare of summer salads to more heartier and savory menu of vegetables, soups, and stews. We also see changes in our landscape.
Joanne asks: “Are blueberries supposed to lose their leaves in autumn?
Fruits, like apples, blackberries, blueberries, grapes, peaches, and raspberries are deciduous and after changing color in the Fall will lose their leaves for winter. Blueberry leaves will turn a beautiful reddish color and lose the majority of their leaves. So, Joanne, it’s not only pretty to see the blueberries leaves turn to red and lose a few leaves, It’s normal.
Landscape companies are changing seasons with new Fall annuals for garden beds and new layers of mulch. Check out What to do in Your Landscape in November and Landscape Malpractice #31 to see what to in your landscape.
Lizzie’s had her hands full with her turkeys during Milton. She has an update. The jury is still out if Gerald is going to be indoors or outdoors during Thanksgiving. I’ve been seeing lots of wild turkeys lately. Good news for the environment. Check out my design tips for plotting lots of new ways to attract turkeys to your backyard.
My choice for November’s Plant of the Month was inspiring for me. I love finding new ways to think outside of the box, or in this case, inside the planter. You’ll see. A new way to display your blooming beauties in Central and South Florida. I couldn’t believe it, but it works for me. I hope you’ll think so, too! The color is breath-taking. Check it out!
Big change for Tony and I this month, we are expanding our horizons. Change is good, especially in this case. Hope you will think about joining us on our new adventure. I call it my bucket list (pronounced bouquet).
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Enjoy the cooler weather! It’s the perfect time to start a garden. Have a Happy Thanksgiving - so much to be grateful for - including you in my world.
