In the fragrant garden, we can now feel the first hints of autumn.

When it comes to flowers that signal the arrival of autumn, the Japanese anemone comes to mind.
It is said that this flower was named "Shumeigiku" (autumn chrysanthemum) because it blooms in autumn and brightens its surroundings with its chrysanthemum-like flowers.

In the garden, single-flowered and double-flowered Japanese anemones are currently in bloom.
Perhaps because this summer was cooler than usual, the flowers started blooming a little earlier than normal, from late August.

The large, striking perennial salvias are also in full bloom.

Among them, the one that particularly catches the eye is 'Salvia Yellow Majesty,' which blooms with yellow flowers, a rarity for salvia.
And then there's 'Salvia Roseleaf,' which has rose-like leaves and produces a succession of deep pink flowers.

As the garden begins to take on autumnal colors, yellow and pink flowers add a gentle splash of color.

Why not take a leisurely stroll through the fragrant garden, enjoying the pleasant autumn breeze and searching for seasonal flowers?

Katsue Oikawa, in charge of the Fragrant Breeze Garden