Kochia Bushes Turn Red, Announcing Arrival of Autumn
Kochia bushes have begun turning red at Ruru Park in Kitsuki, Oita Prefecture, heralding the arrival of autumn. About 4,000 of these round annual bushes, which are 70 to 80 centimeters tall, are planted over an area of about 5,000 square meters, according to the park. Although many of the leaves are still yellow-green, they are expected to turn bright red in mid-October. On Sunday, the second day…
Kochia bushes in Ruru Park, located in Kitsuki, Oita Prefecture, are turning red, signaling the arrival of autumn. The park features approximately 4,000 of these round annual bushes, each standing between 70 to 80 centimeters tall, spread across an area of about 5,000 square meters. While many leaves remain yellow-green, officials anticipate a transformation to bright red hues around mid-October.
On Sunday, the second day of the Silver Week autumn holiday, visitors were photographed enjoying the scenic sight. The park is open to the public free of charge, operating from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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