Fall Foliage in New York

Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower -- Albert Camus

Here on the north shore of Long Island, that quote is certainly true. The beauty of New York's fall foliage is right outside my window...

The Barberry bush is a multitude of vibrant colors - like an impressionist painting.

The Hostas are a gorgeous golden color.

The leaves of the Lady in Red fern (Athyrium filix-femina 'Lady in Red) have turned from

lush green to butter yellow, still atop it's red stems.

The Crape Myrtle has just turned colors - reds, yellows and orange

Although the Pee Gee Hydrangea's flowers have technically faded, I think their brown/pink hue is a lovely compliment to the yellow leaves in it's drooping habit.

The older Crape Myrtle in the front of the house is not only bursting with color but also berries,

residing where the flowers once reigned.

As the days progress, the flowers on Sedum 'Autumn Joy' get progressively deeper

and the leaves get lighter - a stunning contrast!

This maple tree on my street looks like it is on fire. Looking closely at the individual leaves (below) you can see the variation of color. It looks like someone hand painted each of them.

The Privet shrub is also bursting with bluish-purple berries, nestled tightly along the stems under the bright yellow and green leaves.

Each autumn "flower" is different from the rest! Which one is your favorite?