Tag Archives: Winter Colours

Winter Plant Wonders

I like how these ornamental grasses provide visual interest in the winter – as well as good ground protection for our little quail. They’re such lovely medium brown/light brown colours.

It was also nice to see the red fruit of the barberry bushes. I understand that the city is planning to remove them because they’re invasive and are causing soil issues (they also apparently provide a great place for ticks to hide, too) but in the meantime they’re definitely a bright spot of colour.

I think this could be a type of wheat grass, but I’m not sure. I liked its compact seed configuration as well as how it was undulating in the wind.

I hope you have an enjoyable Saturday.

Winter Colours

Although winter doesn’t officially start until December 21, I think we’re close enough to now say that yup, it’s winter. In spite of the date, I’ve been noticing the great colours that are still around; they’re just less prolific.

Lovely winter moss – a brilliant emerald green.
These rose hips are a pretty orange.
The purplish-green barberry leaves are still shiny and healthy.
And yes, I found a rose! Looking a bit the worse for wear, but still determinedly blooming.

I hope you have a good day with some colours of your own.