Kiku at NYBG

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Kiku, or Chrysanthemums, at the New York Botanical Gardens.

Cluster of purple Kiku (Chrysanthemums) flowers with a detailed texture and soft green foliage in the background.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A display of Kiku (Chrysanthemums) arranged in a mound shape at the New York Botanical Gardens, set against a backdrop of glass structures.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant display of yellow chrysanthemums hanging vertically, with a smaller potted plant at the bottom, surrounded by greenery at the New York Botanical Gardens.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant display of Kiku, or Chrysanthemums, in bloom at the New York Botanical Gardens, featuring various colors and arrangements of flowers in a greenhouse setting.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of unique pink Kiku (Chrysanthemum) flowers with spiky petals, surrounded by vibrant green flowers at the New York Botanical Gardens.
Chrysanthemum, NYBG 11/6/2025

NYBG Scenes

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Landscapes and trees in the New York Botanical Gardens in November.

A scenic view of a garden landscape in autumn, featuring vibrant foliage in shades of red, orange, and green under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Rose Garden, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant autumn scene featuring a variety of trees displaying colorful fall foliage, including red, orange, and green leaves against a clear blue sky.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant tree with red, orange, and yellow leaves in a park setting, with green grass and blue sky in the background.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Vibrant autumn foliage with shades of red, orange, and yellow leaves on trees.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant garden scene featuring tall, reddish-purple foliage and clusters of bright purple flowers amid lush greenery and trees in the background.
purple Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha), NYBG 11/6/2025

Thain Family Forrest NYBG

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In the forested part of the New York Botanical Gardens.

Close-up view of a wooden fence post with autumn leaves scattered on the forest floor in the New York Botanical Gardens.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, covered with colorful autumn leaves and mossy logs.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A picturesque view of a forested area in the New York Botanical Gardens, showcasing vibrant autumn leaves and a flowing stream surrounded by rocks.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Informational sign about oak trees and their historical significance, displayed in the New York Botanical Gardens.
NYBG 11/6/2025
A serene path through a forest in the New York Botanical Gardens, surrounded by trees with yellow autumn leaves and a carpet of fallen leaves.
NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of vibrant red and pink maple leaves on branches, set against a blurred background of autumn foliage in a forest.
NYBG 11/6/2025

NYBG Leaf Portraits

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An Autumn visit to the NY Botanical Gardens. Leaves found in the Thain Family Forest.

A close-up of colorful autumn leaves on the ground, featuring a yellow maple leaf with intricate markings, a bright orange leaf, and a reddish leaf, surrounded by brown and green foliage.
Maple, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant yellow and orange maple leaf resting on a bed of brown autumn leaves.
Sweet Gum, NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of colorful autumn leaves on a dark ground, featuring a yellow leaf and a brownish-orange leaf.
Oak leaf, NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of vibrant yellow and green leaves scattered on the ground, surrounded by brown foliage.
Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant orange autumn leaf resting on gravel, surrounded by darker leaves and stones.
Oak leaf, NYBG 11/6/2025
A close-up of colorful autumn leaves, including vibrant red and orange leaves, layered among dry brown and gray foliage.
Oak leaf, NYBG 11/6/2025
A vibrant purple leaf resting on a bed of autumn leaves in the NY Botanical Gardens.
Oak leaf, NYBG 11/6/2025
A close-up of a brown oak leaf resting on a dark, textured surface.
Oak leaf, NYBG 11/6/2025
Close-up of vibrant autumn leaves showcasing intricate vein patterns and glowing edges.
Leaf lit in the conservatory, NYBG 11/6/2025

Red Hook

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After shopping at IKEA we went for a short walk nearby in Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York.

Sculpture of the Statue of Liberty's head and torch beneath a glass panel, displayed in Red Hook, Brooklyn, with a waterfront and industrial backdrop.
Red Hook 10/25/2025
Sign displaying 'Yoke of Liberty' by Dave Cortes, featuring a QR code and the year 2025.
Red Hook 10/25/2025
View of the waterfront in Red Hook, Brooklyn, featuring large cranes and a cloudy sky above a calm body of water.
Red Hook 10/25/2025
A large, rusted ship docked near an industrial warehouse by the water, under a cloudy sky in Red Hook, Brooklyn.
Red Hook 10/25/2025

Hudson River

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A couple of photographs from down the road. In the first one I used multiple layers in Photoshop. A surprise was the love boat floating in the river.

Golden ginkgo leaves against a textured background with hints of sparkle.
Ginkgo on Horatio St 10/23/2025
Close-up of purple and white flowers on a green stem with a blurred background.
Hudson R Pk 10/23/2025
A small boat is partially submerged in choppy water, with waves crashing around it and a view of a city skyline in the background.
Hudson R Pk 10/23/2025

Eastside and Westside Doors

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I had some doors form 2024 that I hadn’t published yet for Thursday Doors (see The Scottish Room – No Facilities).
Almost every street in upper Manhattan has lovely old buildings with magnificent doors.

A black door with the number 37, surrounded by decorative stonework, featuring an ornate archway and a sign indicating medical offices in Manhattan.
E 30 Street 10/16/2024
An ornate building entrance featuring decorative architecture, black wrought iron gate, and stairs, with a child standing nearby.
A grand historic building entrance in upper Manhattan featuring ornate architecture, double black doors, and decorative balcony railings, surrounded by autumn foliage and potted plants.
A close-up view of a beautifully crafted wooden door with intricate carvings and decorative glass panels, framed by a detailed architectural facade in upper Manhattan.
An ornate wooden door with intricate designs, flanked by flower pots, leading up a stone staircase decorated with various pumpkins and autumn flowers.
W 76 Street 10/29/2024
Elaborate wooden door with decorative glass panels and the number 21 above, flanked by planters and Halloween pumpkins.
W 76 Street 10/29/2024

Boscobel Nature

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There are a lot of apple trees at Boscobel House and Gardens. They help feed the needy.

A close-up view of a fruit-bearing apple tree with numerous red apples surrounded by green leaves.
Apples, Boscobal House and Gardens 10/19/2025
A close-up of a brown insect on a bright yellow flower, with blurred green foliage in the background.
Sachem Skipper (Atalopedes campestris), Boscobal House and Gardens 10/19/2025
Close-up of colorful leaves with pink, spiky fruit, showcasing autumn foliage.
Chinese Dogwood (Cornus kousa), Boscobal House and Gardens 10/19/2025
A close-up of a moth resting on a bright yellow flower in a garden setting.
Sachem Skipper (Atalopedes campestris), Boscobal House and Gardens 10/19/2025
Close-up of plant pods with delicate white seeds and wispy tufts, set against a muted background.
Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), Boscobal House and Gardens 10/19/2025