The japanese anemone always redeems itself at this time of year. Actually, it started blooming quite early - at the end of July - but it took until September to reach its full height and glory. It is especially tall this year, almost as tall as me (see portrait-by-geek above). Also especially glorious is the hydrangea, which has been blooming up a storm since the middle of August. You can see it in the background. Enjoy it now, since the nights are getting colder, and it is one of the first (after the hostas) to succumb to anything approaching frost.
"Yes, yes, the white flowers are very pretty, but did you notice that this tree is crooked?"
