We started out for our walk the other day, and noticed that the Tulip Poplars' leaves are starting to turn yellow and brown.  I don't remember if this is normal for them, or if they are suffering from our recent dry conditions. 

 

It is early September, and we are seeing quite a bit of fall color.  The Sourwoods and the Dogwoods are showing some color, and of course the Black gum trees are turning red.  We're seeing lots red on the Sumacs, but I think that is normal for them for September.  

 

Anyway, it is beginning to look a little like fall here in the mountains.  It may be drought-driven, but beautiful, just the same.

 

 

HAPPY GARDENING!!!