Fall or winter?

Hardy fuchsia in the snow

The seasons are confused, summer encroached on the start of fall and now winter wants to move in early. We had slushy snow on Friday and again today, earliest snow that I remember although the weather professionals say we had snow on Halloween in 1984.

I went out while the snow/slush was still falling today to get a few pictures, knowing that it would melt quickly. I'm still enjoying the last summer blooms and the amazing colors of fall.

Peony leaves

Lavender

Lavender

Dragon sleeps

Dahlia

Hollyhocks, all fallen to the ground but still blooming

Chive in the rose garden

Rose bud

Fading rose

Gargoyle protects the rhododendrons

Last delphinium is unlikely to bloom now

Grape leaves