Red colors of autumn…

Native to the U.S. the Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) adds a beautiful addition to a garden or woodland setting. These are a part of the native habitat at the Caldwell Lily Pond. Red is the color of the seedheads as well as the leaves in autumn. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg
Here the Staghorn Sumac leaves have begun to turn a brilliant red, mimicking the seedhead color. Staghorn Sumac is not poisonous, as one of its relatives. Read about “Sumac-aid”, like a pink lemonade, here. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg
Even in the dappled sunlight, the “Stag horn” shines. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg
Red leaves mean autumn has arrived. Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg
Sunlit, these Staghorn Sumac leaves appear translucent.  Copyright 2025 Pamela Breitberg

Imagined warming

by red shades of leaves and seeds.

Autumn’s gift indeed.

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