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Colors of Fall in Southern California

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. CA DRE #01490977

I still marvel at the fall changes we see and feel here in Southern California, even after being here for 6 years.

Fall leaves changing in Southern California 

Lots of people said that the weather is aways the same in California, which of course if far from the truth. The seasonal changes, including fall, are not nearly as dramatic as we experienced during my 20 years in the Boston area, but changes they are nonetheless.

In addition to the changes in the tree colors, we also had lots of flowers, some of which tend to bloom more in the fall, like the Bird of Paradise. And we still have fruit on the trees.

Bird of Paradise flowers have two blooming seasons, the fall being the better one IMO

It seems particularly cruel to talk about the weather and the greenery given what so many others back East are dealing with. I remember it all to well, which is one big reason I am here,

Perhaps these photos will be enjoyable for those dealing with crappy weather. Although certainly power and heat will mean far more than any photos can possibly could.

 

[hope to add more photos when the Bad Gateway messages stop - I keep trying]

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Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Jeff  Preaching to the Choir  i.e.: a fellow Bostonians, as much as I feel bad that the East Coast had a White Halloween, I agree with you that is why We are here too:) There are trade offs but you can not beat the climate. BTW we have the fireplace on it is Chili in Marina Del Rey right now...

Oct 31, 2011 05:51 PM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Jeff, Clearly we do have colors here in California.  Not nearly as dramatic or drastic as we see back East, however they are our colors and we love them none the less.

Bad Gateways, must be the Goblins ... they are everywhere tonight!

Oct 31, 2011 05:59 PM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Jeff, The Fall colors in Southern California look great. The only thing I don't love about this time of the year is dealing with all those fallen leaves on the ground. I know I will be hiring someone this time around, since I certainly don't enjoy that task anymore.

Oct 31, 2011 06:42 PM
Elite Home Sales Team
Elite Home Sales Team OC - Corona del Mar, CA
A Tenacious and Skilled Real Estate Team

I know that many do not think we have trees that turn color.  Obviously we do.  However, we are by far one of the greenest states during the winter.

Oct 31, 2011 07:11 PM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

I love learning new things.  I always thought that there was little to no change in the flora of Southern California.  I've spent time in Southern Florida and that is largely true.  Of course, Southern Florida is sub-tropic. 

I look forward to the additional photos.  My "vision" of Southern California will be revised.

Oct 31, 2011 10:53 PM
Lenn Harley
Lenn Harley, Homefinders.com, MD & VA Homes and Real Estate - Leesburg, VA
Real Estate Broker - Virginia & Maryland

BTW, I haven't gotten a "Bad Gateway" message for some months.  Perhaps it might be the hours I am working ActiveRain, between 5:00 a.m. ET and 7:00 p.m. ET.

Niki said that upgrades to the system, which are supposed to be ongoing would be performed or uploaded overnight to minimize disruptions to members use.

Oct 31, 2011 10:58 PM
Debbie Gartner
The Flooring Girl - White Plains, NY
The Flooring Girl & Blog Stylist -Dynamo Marketers

Hi Jeff.  What a lovely picture.  It's funny, as I've never thought about fall in southern California.  Interesting to know some of the trees there change colors, too. 

Oct 31, 2011 11:25 PM
FN LN
Toronto, ON

Hi Jeff - I have never thought about California and fall colours.  We still have quite a few gorgeous fall colour trees up here in the Greater Toronto Area.

Oct 31, 2011 11:48 PM
Bill Gassett
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Hopkinton, MA
Metrowest Massachusetts Real Estate

Jeff I have always enjoyed fall here in Mass. Of course the Winter is the pitts! I would take some Califonia wether right about now.

Nov 01, 2011 12:11 AM
Don MacLean
New England Real Estate Center Inc. - Easton, MA
Realtor-Homes for Sale- Easton, Mass 02356

Jeff, Still loving the New England weather regardless of what it brings lol

My buddy from Cal calls all the time to give me " weather updates" so to speak.

Great shots, but nothing beats the fall foliage of New England

Enjoy the day

Nov 01, 2011 03:32 AM
Robert Hammerstein -
Christie's International Real Estate - Hillsdale, NJ
Bergen County NJ Real Estate

Jeff - Very nice shots of your areas. We too did not know that you had that much color out there. We too could use some California weather out here right about now after that last storm..... Your post was like a breath of fresh warm air.... thanks

Nov 01, 2011 11:31 AM
Michelle Gibson
Hansen Real Estate Group Inc. - Wellington, FL
REALTOR

Jeff - Gorgeous pictures!  While it's still green here, the weather has been nasty....lots and lots and lots of rain.

Nov 01, 2011 12:50 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Neat photos, Jeff!  I especially like the pair of Birds of Paradise. . .They seem to be mated for life:-)

Nov 01, 2011 02:18 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Jeff, Fall and Spring are my two favorite seasons here, of course I might have to rethink that after this Fall ..... LOL

Nov 01, 2011 02:46 PM
Kwee Huset
Kwee Huset Realty - Venice, FL
Venice Florida Homes For Sale

Jeff, we have plenty bird of paradise plants in Venice Florida but did not see any bloom side by side like your photograph. Thanks for sharing.

Nov 01, 2011 04:45 PM