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TBGDN

Nov 27, 2019 6:01 PM CST

Thread OP

Name: Leon
Indiana (Zone 5a)
Light is the shadow of God!

Summer Ends

The cooler days of October have ended the display in the zinnia patch. Gone are the bees and butterflies which love these food sources. They will return next year to enjoy them again. And so will I.

Even a fool, when he shuts his mouth, is counted (as being) wise.Proverbs 17:28
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joannakat

Nov 27, 2019 6:09 PM CST

North Central Massachusetts (N (Zone 5b)
Life & gardens: make them beautiful

Meanwhile, I am enjoying your beautiful banner.

You don't kick walls down, you pull the nails out and let them fall.
AKA Joey.

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Fleur569

Nov 27, 2019 6:35 PM CST

Zone 5

One of the most dependable blooms in the garden, tough as a cowboy, yet delicate like a dancing ballerina. The varieties are also so impressive. You sized them up perfectly for a banner. Love 'em. 🌺 🌺 🌺 🌺 🌺

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TBGDN

Nov 27, 2019 7:02 PM CST

Thread OP

Name: Leon
Indiana (Zone 5a)
Light is the shadow of God!

Thanks ladies for your kind words. I like zinnias because of their dependability, beauty and attraction to bees and butterflies. If you want butterflies plant some zinnias. The photo I used for this banner was taken August 18, 2019 when the blooms were at their peak. This year they lasted well into October providing color and food for many insects. Here are some photos of the zinnia patch. The banner was taken from the first one. The other pictures illustrate some colors and details.

Bold Red

An Orange Blend

A Golden Yellow

I couldn't resist another butterfly!

Even a fool, when he shuts his mouth, is counted (as being) wise.Proverbs 17:28
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EscondidoCal

Nov 27, 2019 7:32 PM CST

Name: Cal McGaugh
Escondido, California (Zone 10b)

Thanks for posting all those beautiful zinnia pics, Leon!
You really have a green thumb.

Learn and/or create something every day.

Our Duck Pond The thread "Pool to Natural Pond Conversion" in Ponds and Water Gardening forum

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crawgarden

Nov 27, 2019 8:21 PM CST

Name: Rj
Just S of the twin cities of M (Zone 4b)

Great banner Leon!

As Yogi Berra said, “It's tough to make predictions, especially about the future.”

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pod

Nov 27, 2019 8:34 PM CST

Name: Kristi
east Texas pineywoods (Zone 8a)

Beautiful banner and excellent sentiments you expressed. Here's to next year!

Believe in yourself even when no one else will. ~ Sasquatch

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IrisLilli

Nov 28, 2019 7:31 AM CST

Name: Lilli
Lundby, Denmark, EU

Just beautiful Leon!

Of course I talk to myself; sometimes I need expert advice!

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EscondidoCal

Nov 28, 2019 11:56 AM CST

Name: Cal McGaugh
Escondido, California (Zone 10b)

Leon,
wish you & all a safe, warm, and Happy Thanksgiving.

So much to be thankful for today, and every day.

Learn and/or create something every day.

Our Duck Pond The thread "Pool to Natural Pond Conversion" in Ponds and Water Gardening forum

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GaNinFl

Nov 28, 2019 12:44 PM CST

Name: Stan
Florida Panhandle (Defuniak Sp (Zone 8b)

for a great banner, Leon!

Stan
(Georgia Native in Florida)
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TBGDN

Nov 28, 2019 6:07 PM CST

Thread OP

Name: Leon
Indiana (Zone 5a)
Light is the shadow of God!

Thanks everyone!
To the following please accept my gratitude for your comments and thumbs:
EscondidoCal, Fleur569, GaNinFl, greene, IrisLilli, JHeirloomSeeds, joannakat, krobra, lovemyhouse, MargieNY, pod, slowcala, vic, wildflowers & zuzu. And special thanks to Cal, Lilli & Fleur for the acorns. I hope everyone enjoyed a great day, and I am very thankful for all of you!

Even a fool, when he shuts his mouth, is counted (as being) wise.Proverbs 17:28
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