tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post3606120509340670269..comments2024-03-28T17:42:54.646-05:00Comments on PlantPostings: Tree following: late autumn camouflageBeth at PlantPostingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-21547102797276531562014-11-13T11:28:58.229-06:002014-11-13T11:28:58.229-06:00Yes, absolutely! These things in nature were desig...Yes, absolutely! These things in nature were designed to go together. :) I love your Hornbeam tree! Our Oaks usually hold onto many of their leaves through the winter, too, but this year I'd say about 95% of their leaves are gone. I don't know if that means we'll have a milder or shorter winter or ... something else. The arctic blast is ugly, yes, but honestly it has been a little easier for us in the Great Lakes states. It's earlier than usual, but we had a slower transition to the cold than the folks in the western Great Plains (Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas). I heard reports of highs from one day to the next going from like 27C to -1C in one day! That's tough on a body! Plus, we're "used to" cold winter weather here in the north. It's not fun, but we expect it.Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-33272089356885065372014-11-13T11:20:47.450-06:002014-11-13T11:20:47.450-06:00Yes, a wonderful tree. When we first moved in, we ...Yes, a wonderful tree. When we first moved in, we weren't sure what it was (which is silly, because Shagbark Hickories are very common in the woods around us). That was many, many years ago! It's great to have a pair of them right outside the kitchen window--great for bird watching, too! Thanks so much for hosting the meme, Lucy!Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-22426117221383393842014-11-13T10:29:35.739-06:002014-11-13T10:29:35.739-06:00Beth, robins twigged a long time ago that these ar...Beth, robins twigged a long time ago that these are good trees for autumn camoflague - just that their breast stands out at other times of year! these are lovely trees and doing just what they should - hanging on to their brown curls throughout the dormant seasons. My hornbeam should be doing the same but has thrown off all cares with its leaves! p.s. for some reason I like to check out US weather on the weather channel so I've seen what is coming your way :|Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-4814841078301846942014-11-13T10:05:06.634-06:002014-11-13T10:05:06.634-06:00Everything about this tree is interesting and spec...Everything about this tree is interesting and special. It even has its own way of shrivelling leaves.<br /><br />I wouldn't have found the robin without the arrow. Once you'd pointed it out I could see it in the other the pictures too. Wouldn't have found it otherwise. Surprisingly efficient camouflage.Lucy Corrander Now in Halifax!https://www.blogger.com/profile/14685242329129914772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-45931733676113916572014-11-12T21:32:50.440-06:002014-11-12T21:32:50.440-06:00Thanks for visiting! I will stop over to your blog...Thanks for visiting! I will stop over to your blog to check out the Robin post--how fun! I enjoy Robins, too, and it sounds like our species and yours have similar personalities, even if they aren't related. Enjoy the remaining days of autumn!Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-21127481369248648172014-11-12T21:30:59.043-06:002014-11-12T21:30:59.043-06:00Oh yes, it's definitely winter here now--even ...Oh yes, it's definitely winter here now--even more of a deep freeze than when I posted this one. It is interesting that we both have Robins, that they're unrelated, yet they have very similar personalities. :)Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-18158386270350060212014-11-12T21:29:02.413-06:002014-11-12T21:29:02.413-06:00Yes, I agree. The way they curl and twist and the ...Yes, I agree. The way they curl and twist and the texture of their form is quite fascinating. It's just difficult to take after the incredible "wow" of October. ;-)Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-72828135209412619872014-11-12T21:27:42.925-06:002014-11-12T21:27:42.925-06:00Thanks. :) Textures are fascinating, that's tr...Thanks. :) Textures are fascinating, that's true. Even when the colors are blah, the textures can keep things interesting. I think I should have converted some of these photos to black & white. Robins are fun, aren't they?!Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-62370960441255340992014-11-12T14:50:58.413-06:002014-11-12T14:50:58.413-06:00It's getting wetter and cooler here in the UK ...It's getting wetter and cooler here in the UK too but nowhere near as cold as your home. Lovely atmospheric post... I'm glad I found your blog. I've been writing about robins recently... there are some funny little photos right at the end of my autumn patio pots post that you may enjoy. I love robins! Gillian http://countrygardenuk.com/2014/11/04/autumn-patio-pots/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13613252112583268694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-62876885535770824772014-11-10T17:24:27.632-06:002014-11-10T17:24:27.632-06:00What a gorgeous Robin, so different from our UK on...What a gorgeous Robin, so different from our UK ones. Your world is definitely a wintry one: we are still basking in extraordinarily mild unseasonal temperatures for November. What an amazing name ... Shagbark Hickory! Caroline Gillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05203454486693014969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-76239452803428870342014-11-10T16:21:37.265-06:002014-11-10T16:21:37.265-06:00The leaves may be brown, but I love their texture....The leaves may be brown, but I love their texture.Hollishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10788942181934895493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-38094915111298890242014-11-10T04:07:26.388-06:002014-11-10T04:07:26.388-06:00I love the texture of the crispy twirly leaves and...I love the texture of the crispy twirly leaves and the fancy top border to one of your window pictures - and the robin, of course!<br />All the best :)<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-23307405816265202682014-11-09T21:25:41.001-06:002014-11-09T21:25:41.001-06:00I know--the Robins really blend in to the Hickorie...I know--the Robins really blend in to the Hickories, especially this time of year! I'm so glad we have some birds that stick around all winter. They are so fun to watch!Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-42548268075982577892014-11-09T20:40:05.312-06:002014-11-09T20:40:05.312-06:00Aw, how cute! What great camouflage! I love havi...Aw, how cute! What great camouflage! I love having the birds about in winter. It gives the cold garden some life!Indiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14004102653896371835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-70414085903880816172014-11-09T20:22:27.904-06:002014-11-09T20:22:27.904-06:00I remember you mentioning it. I've heard the t...I remember you mentioning it. I've heard the taproots can be six to ten feet deep! It will be interesting to follow your Shagbark's progress. :) Yes, the weather has been frightful--until this weekend, when it was pretty nice. We completed so many garden chores yesterday and today. I think it might have been nicer in the southern part of the state--and definitely more pleasant than was forecast. Now for the really cold stuff--I'm not ready for it!Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-35169495347811219432014-11-09T20:11:19.052-06:002014-11-09T20:11:19.052-06:00Hi Rebecca: The Robins have been especially plenti...Hi Rebecca: The Robins have been especially plentiful and active this spring. I don't remember seeing so many in my garden at one time before. One day, there were a dozen around the birdbath, and at least 50 on the property at one time. They were dive-bombing, knocking each other off the ir perches, and bumping into windows. It seemed like the movie, "The Birds." ;-) Lately, their numbers are down--I suppose some are migrating and some seeking open water.Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-56564591208369216852014-11-09T12:13:12.763-06:002014-11-09T12:13:12.763-06:00I have a very young shagbark hickory as in 10'...I have a very young shagbark hickory as in 10' tall that I brought home with my tree spade seven years ago when it was 5" tall. Oh, the taproot, amazingly long on this tiny tree. I look forward to the day it will be a towering giant like yours. Wonderful photos, the robin is so well camouflaged.<br /><br />Ick, such weather! When I woke up this morning to see snow and drizzle, I felt miserable. I'm still not done with the garden for fall, but the way it sounds, we may not have a choice, though I stubbornly cling to the idea we may get a few nice days yet before the deep freeze. A girl can always hope, right?Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18368318730124533690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-84480309703592645222014-11-09T11:57:39.609-06:002014-11-09T11:57:39.609-06:00Wow - she really does blend in perfectly! I miss ...Wow - she really does blend in perfectly! I miss seeing all the robins in Wisconsin. I see them from time to time here in Texas, but it is a rare site. It is always nice when I visit WI again and get to see the state bird.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01215678221173950533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-53942373767989141942014-11-08T21:49:45.136-06:002014-11-08T21:49:45.136-06:00Tee hee! That's the only way I could see it, t...Tee hee! That's the only way I could see it, too. Thanks, Deb. Yes, it has been wintry around here recently. The weather has warmed a bit, but we're headed for unseasonably cold weather next week. I hope we get a little snow before then to provide a protective blanket for the poor plants. This will be a quick shock for them (and for the people). :(Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-64383726706543044762014-11-08T21:47:09.248-06:002014-11-08T21:47:09.248-06:00Wow--great job, Diane! I had trouble finding the R...Wow--great job, Diane! I had trouble finding the Robin, myself, until I blew up the photo. It seemed like a "Where's Waldo" kind of activity. :) Regarding beauty in November ... well, I'm trying, anyway. ;)Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-64508409876791737602014-11-08T21:45:01.849-06:002014-11-08T21:45:01.849-06:00Thanks, Aaron. I actually prefer cold and snow to ...Thanks, Aaron. I actually prefer cold and snow to cold and no snow, believe it or not. Gray and brown, especially on cloudy days, are tough for me. This "tree following" meme has been great fun! Regarding the birdbath: It has frozen several times already this season. The poor robins were trying to drink out of it one morning when it was frozen over. We have a lake nearby, so I'm sure they found the open water they needed. :) Some people use heaters to keep it open, but we've decided not to go that route. Anyway, this time of year it freezes and thaws--which I guess is a good signal to the birds that they need to move on to find open water when it gets cold. :)Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-68687086086907637472014-11-08T21:38:42.309-06:002014-11-08T21:38:42.309-06:00Oh yes--I've enjoyed Henry James. I remember &...Oh yes--I've enjoyed Henry James. I remember "Portrait of a Lady" in particular. Thanks for the reminder--I'd like to read more of his books. The dialogue is great! Negative beauty: That's a great way to put it.Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-84582955062759473862014-11-08T18:46:16.657-06:002014-11-08T18:46:16.657-06:00I had to enlarge the photos on my screen to find h...I had to enlarge the photos on my screen to find him, but I did! I always love to see robins, and they do brighten a drab landscape.Your photos are lovely. I enjoy the gray/brown elements of the season and the tracery of tree limbs, though your season looks and sounds like winter to me. Snow in your forecast? I look forward to seeing that!debsgardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15656883577922890561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-4720549257204751482014-11-08T18:31:20.475-06:002014-11-08T18:31:20.475-06:00See...you do find beauty in November! And I found...See...you do find beauty in November! And I found the robin in the 2nd set of photos 😉Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15293853685174685134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3905148744278712684.post-43911267497729108002014-11-08T18:00:10.105-06:002014-11-08T18:00:10.105-06:00Apparently our Robins are different genera, but it...Apparently our Robins are different genera, but it sounds like they have similar personalities. Ours seem to like the company of humans, too. I didn't see many birds today, which is weird because it was a warmer, sunnier day. Maybe they were hanging out by the lake. Our weather will be turning very cold in a few days--like midwinter weather--because of another one of those polar plunges. I don't like the really cold weather, especially if we don't have a layer of snow protection for the plants. So I do hope we get a little snow. The jet stream is doing very weird things lately--keeping you much warmer and us colder than normal.Beth at PlantPostingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10473637655960119672noreply@blogger.com