Comments on: Hey – we get Fall color, too!!!

By: Dee/reddirtramblings

Dee/reddirtramblings — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:28:38 +0000

Well, I learned something new, that Chinese pistache comes in two separate fall colors. Most of the ones here are that beautiful orangey red, and I get lots of calls and emails about them too. We have similar beautiful fall color here too. If I could suggest any tree (shade here) it would be the Coral bark Japanese maple. Oh, my gosh, what a wonderful, beautiful tree! I also love ‘Full Moon’ and is it ‘August Moon’? They have three season color, but with it’s splendid bark, the coral bark has four. Thanks for showing us your fall color. Beautiful.~~Dee

By: Carri

Carri — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:39:51 +0000

Our crape myrtles are just now starting to turn colors, but our birch tree has blanketed the ground with its tiny yellow leaves. The japanese maples all seem to be WAY behind schedule and are still bright and colorful as if it were spring. I did notice the red twig dogwoods starting to lose their leaves and exposing their bright red twigs though- I might actually have enough this year to make a decent wreath.

By: Town Mouse

Town Mouse — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:02:18 +0000

Beautiful! What a great post. Of course, we should also remember that the two native maples are right now displaying beautiful fall color. I went on a hike yesterday, and the bright yellow was spectacular against the evergreen oaks or bay trees. Wish I’d brought my camera…

By: Jan (ThanksFor2Day)

Jan (ThanksFor2Day) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:36:26 +0000

I really enjoyed this post…the view out your door is gorgeous;) I’ll look at fall in CA differently now, for sure!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:39:35 +0000

Hi Adelina – These photos were taken in my neighborhood and/or in some of my clients’ gardens. If you’re looking for public spaces, there’s a really nice natural park in Santa Cruz, called Castle Rock Park which I’ve heard has lots of Fall color. You might also try the Gamble Gardens, located in Palo Alto (they always have something that’s beautiful, no matter the time of year)….then you could walk the streets of downtown P.A. where there are many photo opportunities – the trees there are huge and gorgeous, with lots of great shots. Also, call Hidden Villa in Los Altos to ask about their Fall Color….your daughter would LOVE it there, but I’m not sure about the color as I haven’t been there in a long time. It’s a great, great place to check out….I hope that helps!

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:39:00 +0000

hi Rebecca,

do you know where in the bay area that have lots of these trees (fall colors) where the leaves are covering the ground? I want to introduce them to my daughter and get some fall photo for her

thanks
Adelina

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:26:40 +0000

Well..considering you’re in the heart of all that insane foliage, I’m flattered that you at least liked our humble state’s photos. Thanks! Now maybe we’ve risen to #15 on the list of States with great color?? Or is that wishful thinking…..I’ll keep trying…

By: MrBrownThumb @ Garden Bloggers

MrBrownThumb @ Garden Bloggers — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:11:46 +0000

Yesterday, I was on a drive out to the western ‘burbs of Chicago and the fall coloring was spectacular!

You’re right, California doesn’t come to mind when I think of fall color, but darn if those pics aren’t impressive.

Thanks for sharing them.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:54:06 +0000

Ahh….so true. Painful, but true. It’s a beauty allright!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:53:32 +0000

Yes, I remember Lucas Valley Road very much! It was the most amazing road to get lost on – so much green, it was actually making us a bit ‘heady’! I can only imagine what it looks like ablaze in color…..would LOVE to see pictures of that!!

By: lahondaknitter

lahondaknitter — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:30:33 +0000

You forgot to include the most red foliage of all – poison oak!

By: Michelle D.

Michelle D. — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:49:15 +0000

Here in California we receive mild winter weather and mild autumn coloration. I’ll take that over a frigid snowy winter and a short burst of intense fall foliage any day of the year.
( I’m originally from New England and I’m soooo over the winter ).

The fall colors are making their showing here north of the Golden Gate bridge where certain areas are just as spectacular as some areas in New England ( remember Lucas Valley Road Rebecca ? well it is ablaze in color right now as is the old estate avenues in Ross, Tiburon and Kentfield. )

By: Julie Apffel

Julie Apffel — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:33:48 +0000

The West is the new East! Love the photos!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:10:15 +0000

I’m thinking you need to write a post about the colors of Texas! Strength in numbers, right?? We’ve been overlooked long enough!!

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:09:41 +0000

Like today! It’s already 68 degrees here! How we get the Fall foliage with this warm weather is beyond me! But I’m glad we do…