Fall is a season of payoffs and promises: the payoff of late-season flowers still buzzing with pollinators, and the promise of spring color if you plant now. This week we’ll show you how to enjoy both, plus ways to refresh your containers and stay ahead of the weeds.
Who says fall has to be all pumpkins and browns? Autumn gardens can be just as colorful as spring, and with the bonus of cooler days to enjoy them. From fiery reds to jewel tones, these 20 annuals and perennials will keep your beds, borders, and containers bursting with life well past summer’s end.
Want a burst of spring color? Plant it this fall! From crape myrtle’s bold blooms to the delicate flowers of cherry and crabapple, we’ve got 13 flowering trees that make any yard shine. Get inspired now, and your future self will thank you when the branches explode with blossoms.
Fall containers are a chance to mix rich colors, bold textures, and even a few surprises. Not sure where to start? Proven Winners shares design secrets and plant pairings that will take your pots from summer-worn to autumn-wow. Get tips specifically for planting fall containers such as the the stunning combo above.
NEW WEBINAR!
Foliage & Focal Points:
Ideas for Gardens & Budgets of All Sizes
with Karen Chapman
Thursday, September 18 @ 6PM EDT*
Flowers may come and go, but great foliage and strong focal points keep a garden looking amazing year-round. Join us as we welcome designer Karen Chapman for a live webinar packed with ideas for gardens (and budgets) of every size. You’ll learn how to use foliage, containers, and art to create memorable vignettes—and how to make them deer-resistant, too.
Notice a fresh flush of weeds popping up? Late summer and early fall are when many weeds are gearing up to spread. The good news: a little effort now will go a long way toward keeping next year’s garden cleaner and healthier.
Looking for late-season color that bees and butterflies will love? Rock 'N Grow® 'Lemonjade' sedum (Zones 3–9) is a sturdy, compact stonecrop with chartreuse buds that open into soft yellow blooms in late summer and fall. Unlike taller sedums, it won’t flop, making it perfect for borders or containers. As flowers age, they take on a rosy tint, extending the show well into autumn. Photo by: Proven Winners.
I saw a meme the other day of a frazzled gardener listening to a cheerful nursery worker saying, “Fall is the best time to plant!” The look on her face said it all—equal parts exhaustion and disbelief. I get it! It's easy to want to call it quits after a long, hot summer in the garden, but once the temps cool a bit and the plants start to rebound, so do I. Are you in fall planning mode or ready to throw in the towel?
Happy gardening!
—Linda
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