| Thank you, Brooke Cochran in Sterling, IL, for this week's cover image! |
One of our editors recently remarked that while sipping a morning coffee on her patio, she had witnessed one of the first signs of fall: the dallying dance of yellowing leaves drifting down from the tops of still-lush trees.
Chances are that you’re probably noticing similar signals of seasonal change: Where once it might have seemed that the garden was growing by the hour, now the summer plants are in full—or would that be “fall”?—retreat. Late-season flowers like asters and chrysanthemums are taking center stage with their showy blooms. The days are getting noticeably shorter, and—depending on where you live—you might already be dealing with dipping temperatures and first frosts.
One of the benefits of autumn is its pace. Whereas spring and summer demand your attention and winter brings delights and discomforts in equal measure, fall invites you simply to slow down and—like our friend—sip a cup of something warm and comforting while watching the world shift seasons.
It's no wonder that the signs of fall are all around us: The season officially begins with the autumnal equinox this Tuesday, September 22.
Have you ever wondered why leaves change color? Hint: It has everything to do with light … or the lack of it.
Of course, always consult our Gardening Calendar for optimal fall planting times and your fall frost dates to protect your plants.
Finally: What do pumpkin, apple, cinnamon, butternut squash, and brussels sprouts have in common? These are just a few of the tastes of fall that you’ll find in our online favorite fall recipes!
As sure as the Sun will rise and set each day, The Old Farmer’s Almanac is here for you, now and always.
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