Sunday, November 13, 2011

Outside the KItchen Window

Here in 'Sunny California' we are not known for our fall foliage but we do have some exceptions to the rule and one of the best is Hamamelidaceae, the Liquidamber tree. In nearby residential areas it is grown as a streetside tree but as it can become very large, I only have one in my garden...strangely enough it is a volunteer and was transplanted to this site outside of my kitchen window quite a few years ago, here every year in fall I can enjoy this wonderful display.



In the morning when I come into the kitchen and see this view I really know that winter is coming.


Later these yellow leaves will turn golden and then russet, finally falling to leave the branches bare to let in the winter sun.


To those of you in colder climes this must seem very tame, but to me it is a joy and a special beauty. I love scooping up the leaves to bring into the house to use in my Thanksgiving decorations.



Thank you for visiting. I hope your day  contains something beautiful.



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30 comments:

  1. Adrienne ShubinNovember 13, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Liquid Amber is such a gorgeous tree this time of year. We have lots of them up here in northern California, too. Yours is VERY vibrant and must be so cheery to see our your window each day.

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  2. Jane and Lance HattattNovember 13, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Hello Adrienne:
    Liquidamber really does live up to its name, rivers of molten gold seem to run from its branches. It is one of our favourite trees for autumn colour and yours is magnificent. What a joy to greet each day like this!

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  3. PondsideNovember 13, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    What a beautiful tree and a vibrant symbol of the change of season. I enjoyed the view from your window!

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  4. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 13, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Oh what a gorgeous view. Love that tree and the colors are indeed stunning. Hugs, Marty

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  5. Shortbread and GingerNovember 13, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Beautiful - love the name.
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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  6. HeatherNovember 13, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    What a beautiful sight outside your window!

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  7. hostess of the humble bungalowNovember 13, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    It looks so pretty, it reminds of Monet's Garden.
    Your photos are so vibrant and lovely.
    A happy sight to wake up to every morning.

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  8. Maria Emilia MoreiraNovember 13, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Bela ideia outonal!A árvore, as folhas e o banco vistos pela janela dão um quadro fantástico.

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  9. Musings from Kim K.November 13, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    It's just breath taking. You have such a beautiful yard and your photos are so well done.

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  10. Christine E-ENovember 13, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    I feel like I just shared a cup of tea with you! What a beautiful view from your kitchen table! is it getting chilly yet?

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  11. Grandma Barb's This and ThatNovember 13, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Your Liguidamber tree is beautiful. What a great view outside your kitchen window. I live in the cold climate of Minnesota and have never heard of that tree.
    I am like you, as I enjoy bringing in the fall leaves to use as decoration.
    Thanks for sharing and thanks for visiting my blog and the nice comments.
    Barb

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  12. UnknownNovember 13, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Hello dear autumn leaves have a peculiar charm .....
    Your post is beautiful .....
    happy evening
    kisses
    Sabry!

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  13. JennyNovember 13, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Hello!
    What a beutifull view you have there!
    We are waiting for the snow here, last year it was already here at this time...
    Have a nice weeek, hugs Jenny

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  14. TriciaNovember 13, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    That looks so pretty! I've never heard of that variety, perhaps it's more suited to warmer climates. What a nice view you have outside your window.

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  15. LindaNovember 13, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    We had a wonderful old Liquidamber that colored so beautifully in the Fall...but it died about 3 years ago from some nasty bug and we replaced it with some birch trees...they are wonderful too...but I loved all the different colors of the Liquidamber!

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  16. Miss Gracie's HouseNovember 13, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    What a pretty view! I like to bring leaves inside, too!
    Rene

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  17. carol annNovember 13, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Your tree and view out your window is beautiful! Thanks for sharing:) I'm looking forward to seeing the decorations you make with your leaves from your tree.

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  18. AnonymousNovember 14, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Particularly the first photo is like a painting, the modulation of yellow colors--really stunning. You just can't beat nature for beauty.

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  19. Peggy~PJH DesignsNovember 14, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Lovely view. What a gorgeous tree! Thanks for coming by my blog and leaving kind words. :-)

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  20. Sunday TaylorNovember 14, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Your liquidamber tree is absolutely beautiful. I have three in my front yard but they haven't changed color very much. Enjoy our southern California fall!

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  21. Carola BartzNovember 14, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    I love Liquidamber as well, and how wonderful for you to have such a gorgeous view. The lueaves are just stunning - my neighbor has one in his yard and I am so glad that many of the beautiful leaves make it over the fence!

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  22. CatherineNovember 15, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    I love your valence, the fish and the view on the tree(i must have a look at the translation of liquidamber?) the whole is very nice. Blessings Catherine

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  23. BabsNovember 15, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Liquidamber is new to me and gorgeous. Is it related to the sweet gum tree? The leaves look like that.Does it have little spikey balls? I love to use sweet gum balls for fall decorating.
    Thanks for sharing your tree. Fall color on the trees is always exciting for me too.

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  24. Gail DixonNovember 15, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I have never heard of Liquidamber. What a beauty!! I wonder if we can grow them in Texas? Probably not. Well, thanks for sharing.

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  25. Ivy and ElephantsNovember 15, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Oh, what a lovely view! The tree is so gorgeous, the leaves look like cut paper, ... just heavenly!
    I've not seen this tree before, but just the name is luscious, ... liquid amber! Yum!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  26. DonnaNovember 16, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    The view outside your kitchen window is beautiful! I have never heard of a Liquidamber tree ~ it's gorgeous. Enjoy it while you can!

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  27. Pat@Back Porch MusingsNovember 17, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    Just simply beautiful, Adrienne! I also loved seeing your gorgeous previous post!

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  28. AdrienneNovember 17, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Beautiful! I love your kitchen window and the scenes outside!
    ~Adrienne~

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  29. Susan FreemanNovember 18, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    So beautiful ~ it looks like a lovely painting right outside your kitchen window!

    Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  30. AnonymousNovember 20, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Wow, I grew up in So. Cal. and never realized that fall is not as spectacular as other parts of the country. Now that I'm in the Northwest, I certainly have noticed the difference. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the way you used the window pane in your garden!!

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