It certainly feels like autumn today even if the leaves haven’t really turned yet. In a few weeks I expect social media channels will be wallpapered with photos of autumn trees and vibrant fungi.

In the meantime, there is autumn colour to be found today in an unexpected place. A Smooth Sowthistle plant on our road verge has fought back since the verge was recently decimated and has turned lovely shades of crimson, mauve, red and orange with a frosty overlayer. It would be easy to overlook but definitely merits a stop.