Bloomin' Update 33: See You In September

Black-Eyed Susan.

It seems fitting that after an interesting amd intense couple of days, I have to extend my thanks to a few people.

First up is Cheri, a WordPress editor, who selected my previous post about 9/11 to be Freshly Pressed.  That means that my blog, for a few days, was one of the featured sites on WordPress — and the response, as you can imagine, was overwhelming.

That brings me to the other people I would like to thank.  You.  All of you.  All 2,400+ readers and the 200+ who chose to follow this site.  I cannot even begin to explain how much your comments and likes meant — and how absolutely moving your comments were.  I’ve had the chance to “meet” people from all over the world, to read of their memories, and to visit other amazing blogs.

And now that the rush has fallen off, it’s time to get back into the garden.  The September garden is an interesting place.  Some plants are worn out and tired, while others appear to be putting on quite a show — like a fireworks finale.  I’m not sure if the hint of cooler weather is rejuvenating their energy, or if they somehow know their end is near.

One thing is certain, though.  All of the plants — and this gardener, as well — are ready for a chance to re-energize for the next growing season.

So, without further delay, here is a stroll through the garden and a look at the blooms from the closing days of summer.

The Dahlias are still in full bloom, almost relishing the cooler September weather.

I started Polka Dot Plants from seed this year, and the leaves now look like some psychedelic Rorschach Test.

The contrast between yellow and green on this fading Elephant Ear leaf grabbed my attention.

Pee Gee Hydrangea blooms are fading to a pale green.

A pot filled with Begonias is still going strong.

Dahlias, started from seed, are at last in full bloom — just in time for the end of the growing season.

I believe this is Obedient Plant, a late bloomer.

The Bleeding Heart Vine is a delicate favorite that I overwinter in the office. This plant is from a cutting that my grandfather rooted for me, so the plant is extra special.

Liriope, another of the garden’s late bloomers. Personally, I just like saying the name — kind of sounds like a carnival attraction.

This Geranium is a few years old. Grown from seed, I also save it each year by overwintering it in my office. When it blooms, it’s like getting reacquainted with an old friend.

In fact, I love it so much that I couldn’t resist zooming in for a close up of the hot colors –
more suitable for summer than fall.

The bees are having a field day with Autumn Joy Sedum.

And here we have the promise of spring — Muscari shoots are emerging.

Again many thanks for all of your kind words and support.

As always, Happy Gardening.

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