If only it would do this every year

aftermidnight

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I can't remember how long ago it was I planted this Dogwood but I've had it for many years, these pictures were taken in 2007, 10 years ago. It's much bigger now but I have never had a repeat performance of fall color like it did that year, I guess conditions have to be just right. If I remember correctly in 2007 we had a decent spring, a normal summer and a really nice fall. Warm days with that hint of freshness in the air, chilly nights and no rain to speak of.
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Pictures taken in May

But this really knocked my socks off, in October
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The actual color of the leaves, not enhanced, it never put on a show like this before 2007 or after. I keep hoping but I doubt if I'll ever see this again, weather is so erratic now we really don't get the four seasons anymore:(.

Annette
 

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That's a perfectly beautiful tree Annette!
This was a good spring for the dogwoods around here. They were loaded with blooms, but I don't think I've ever seen one with such perfect fall color as yours.
 

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My pink dog wood is only a year old. It still looks like a stick with leaves. LOL I cant wait for it to get bigger.
 

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I wonder if fertilizing will help with blooms? This year has been a year for many blooms. The fruit trees, muscadines, blackberries and elderberries bloomed and now are heavy with fruit.
 
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