Although both begin softly and build to a crescendo, spring's song is sweet and high, while autumn's is a more complex ballad, changing key and rhythm as the music builds. Autumn includes the mellow minor keys, totally absent in spring, as well as a touch of melancholy among the brassy highs. It's a subtle season and spring is not. Lot's of images, so please be patient while the page loads for you. Despite the brief glory of flaming leaves, autumn is really a subtle season.
Flowers change to seedheads, pods and berries.
Sometimes these are brilliantly colored but in many plants, these final gifts of the season are tinted with elusive hues only seen on close inspection. There are lots of images, so please be patient while the page loads for you. Some safty tips, and respecting nature. Autumn around my Shady Acher Farm. Walk to the creek and visit geese, rake leaves and eat apples, and get a few decorating ideas.