We had two Hibiscus bushes which were getting more and more straggly and sick, so out they came. This is one of the replacements - a Crab Apple which is doing very well for it's first autumn here.
I don't know whether we are feeding birds or mice with the windfalls, but it is unlikely to be the usual wasps. They must be having a bad year in these parts - I have seen very few.
The Witch Hazel is beginning to colour nicely.
And the Pyracantha will soon be ready for the birds. Won't take the sparrows long to polish that lot off!
Today he brought me a present from his walk with the dog. A primary wing feather from a Barn Owl - moulted not lost in trouble so that's Ok.
I must stop running down my little point-and-shoot - with the help of some good sunlight, I was able to capture the tiny fluffy hairs on the barbs, which are the Barn Owl's secret of flying silently. This feather must now be put in a very safe place, ready for the next visit from Grandchildren so they can have first lessons in the use of a magnifying glass.
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My favourite season has just arrived but this year I shall not be foraging other than to strip my own volunteer Blackthorn bush, it is looking very healthy so far.
I love the colour of the fruits on your Malus, do you know which variety it is?
How lovely to have a Barn Owl feather, the grandchildren are lucky to have it and you.
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