garden update #7 – all things must die

Summer is wrapping up and the evidence is visible…

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The echinacea looks beautiful even as its flowers are dying. Maybe I should try a dried flower DIY project with them.

Grapefruit Mint

The leaves on my grapefruit mint are turning red, unexpected and delightful.

birdhouse

I picked this up and others like it at Green Village Used Clothing & Furniture. If you have patience, this thrift store is a gem.

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