New Jersey

Branch Brook Park in April

Sherry Felix5 Comments

This park in New Jersey is renowned for its cherries.

Close-up of pink cherry blossom flowers with green leaves, illuminated by sunlight.
Cherry, Branch Brook Park 4/15/2026
A vibrant display of cherry blossom trees in full bloom, showcasing pink and white flowers against a clear sky.
Branch Brook Park 4/15/2026
A decorative lamp post is partially obscured by bare branches of a tree, with hints of new green leaves and a blue sky in the background.
Branch Brook Park 4/15/2026
A serene garden scene featuring a large flowering tree with pink and white blossoms, surrounded by lush green plants and a tranquil pond in the background.
Branch Brook Park 4/15/2026
A vibrant cherry blossom tree filled with pink flowers beside a calm lake, with people in the background enjoying the scenery.
Branch Brook Park 4/15/2026

NJBG Skylands

Sherry Felix9 Comments

At the end of March we drove to NJ Botanical Gardens – Skylands. Not much in bloom yet but it was a lovely day.

I added cobblestones using AI in the first one.

A grand stone mansion surrounded by bare trees and greenery, with a cobblestone pathway leading to its entrance under a blue sky with some clouds.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A decorative bronze urn featuring intricate designs, including cherubs and fruits, placed on a stone wall with a scenic background of trees and blue sky.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A distant view of layered mountains under a cloudy sky, with bare trees in the foreground.
Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A cluster of purple crocus flowers blooming among dried leaves and green grass.
Crocus, Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026
A bird in flight among bare branches against a clear blue sky.
Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor), Skyline, NY Botanical Garden 3/30/2026

Two Tree Parts in Greenbrook

Sherry Felix7 Comments

To bring out the seed pods I darkened the background. I used the same process on the tree root with some color enhancements.

A close-up of a brown flower resting on a bed of autumn leaves, accompanied by two acorns.
Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera), Greenbrook 11/15/2025
A close-up view of a tree trunk with gnarled roots and surrounding rocks, amidst fallen leaves on the forest floor.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025

Landscapes at Greenbrook

Sherry Felix6 Comments

Greenbrook is a lovely little private nature sanctuary. It is a pity that the little wooden bench at the base if the tree has collapsed. I would love some places to sit and rest.

A tranquil nature sanctuary with moss-covered ground, trees, and a crumbling wooden bench surrounded by autumn foliage.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025
A serene view of a nature sanctuary with autumn foliage, reflecting trees by a calm lake. A prominent fallen branch and grasses are in the foreground.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025

Rocks at Greenbrook

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The igneous rocks at Greenbrook are part of the Palisades Sill – Wikipedia. The rocks are mostly diabase. Research on the origins of the intrusion(s) is ongoing.

Boulders and rocks covered in moss, surrounded by fallen leaves and trees in a forest at Greenbrook.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025
Rock formations at Greenbrook showcasing diabase from the Palisades, surrounded by autumn foliage and moss-covered ground.
Greenbrook 11/15/2025

Two Birds at Greenbrook

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These two birds were at the feeders. I changed the backgrounds.

A downy woodpecker clings to a tree trunk, showcasing its black and white feathers with a small red patch on its head.
Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens), Greenbrook 11/15/2025
A dark-colored bird standing on green moss, with a blurred natural background.
Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis), Greenbrook 11/15/2025

Greenbrook Scenes

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In Greenbrook there is a small lake that is now full of waterlilies. And trails lead to overlooks on the Palisades.

A scenic view of a tranquil forest area featuring vibrant green trees and a moss-covered ground, with a bench near a body of water.
Greenbrook 9/22/2025
A close-up view of vibrant orange and red maple leaves against a blurred green background, showcasing autumn foliage.
Maple, Greenbrook 9/22/2025
A serene landscape featuring a pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with moss-covered ground in the foreground.
Greenbrook 9/22/2025
A scenic view of rocky terrain with lush greenery and a glimpse of water in the background.
Palisades at Greenbrook 9/22/2025