Officially, we're six weeks into autumn ~ but in Ohio where I live, December is generally much more a "winter" month than fall, which means we're well over halfway through the season. Sunny, mild weather is forecast for the weekend. So, this means the next few days will, most likely, be the last chance for prime "leaf peeping." The streets of our small downtown are lined with ginkgo trees. In autumn, their leaves turn the most gorgeous shade of golden-yellow that seem to glow from within when the sun hits them. I took these photos today - they're not photoshopped or enhanced at all. The sky really was that deep blue and the leaves that golden!
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The ginkgo is also known as the Maidenhair Tree and dates to very early in human history. The leaves are easily recognized by their unique fan shape.
Photo of ginkgo leaf: courtesy Wallace Gardens
Photo of ginkgo leaves: courtesy Wikipedia
More color from around town:
Until next time, I hope you're enjoying these golden days of autumn!
Cindy
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