In Late September’s Low Sunlight, Autumn Dons Her Golden Crown . . .

The Garden’s Golden Hour: Miscanthus sinensis purpurascens & Rudbeckia subtomentosa ‘Henry Eilers’

Sunset to twilight: a favorite window of time for a slow garden stroll. Quick, grab a sweater to throw off the chill, and a camera to capture the beauty. Early autumn and the golden hour —a garden drenched in honey-hued light— sweet moments to savor and share …

Chocolate-Colored Pom-Poms: Rudbeckia Remnants with Sun Spots. In My Garden, Seed Heads Remain Standing to Provide Winter Sustenance for Birds and Add Textural Interest to the Garden

The Entry Garden in Late September Sunlight: Maiden Grasses are Positioned to Catch Morning & Early Evening Light

Warm Hues of Early Autumn in the Entry Garden: Plantings Include; Amsonia illustris, A. hubrichtii, Miscanthus sinensis purpurascens, Betula papyrifera, Clethra alnifolia, Aster oblongifolium ‘Raydon’s Favorite’, Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Summer Wine’, Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’

Sun-Washed Seed Pods: Butterflyweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

When designing a garden, I usually make several site visits, scheduled at different times of the day. Observing sunlight helps me to position certain plants –such as ornamental grasses or Japanese maples– for maximum effect. When planning your garden, watch the sunlight and plant accordingly to take advantage of backlight in morning and early evening. You will be rewarded for your efforts with luminous garden rooms filled with ‘stained glass’ windows.

Garden Design & Installation: Michaela Medina Harlow

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One Reply to “In Late September’s Low Sunlight, Autumn Dons Her Golden Crown . . .”

  1. Deb Weyrich-Cody

    Hi Michaela, Loving that you’re having so much fun with your camera – WONDERFUL shots!! “Chocolate-Colored Pom-Poms… Sun Spots”: ethereal. “The Entry Garden”: a veritable rainbow.
    Your golden hour light is awesome, backlighting spectacular! What more can I say but “Thank you so much for sharing your artistic vision and talent both in the garden and “on film” (oh, and don’t let your head get larger than your hat size; )
    Happy Canadian Thanksgiving!!”

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