12 Fall Garden Ideas for an Autumnal Landscape (Part 1).While it can be difficult to say goodbye to your summer garden and its colorful flowers and blooming trees, there’s something waiting on the other side of the season’s heat: fall gardening. Autumn’s cooler temperatures open up a new opportunity to flex your green thumb, whether your garden takes up a small balcony or a sprawling backyard. To help you plan out your autumn landscape, we’re sharing our best fall garden ideas, from container flowers to seasonal vegetables.
Welcome Autumn in Style: Adorn Your Porch with Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums, commonly known as mums, stand out as one of the most iconic perennials of the fall season.
Often potted and displayed as container plants, mums also serve as exquisite front porch decorations. “A beautiful porch adorned with mums is the ultimate proclamation that ‘fall has arrived,'” as suggested by Rich Christakes of Ship My Plants.
As long as your porch basks in plenty of daylight, there’s no such thing as having too many mums in the fall.
With a diverse array of varieties and colors to choose from, you can infuse your porch with autumn’s vibrancy.
Opt for the fiery allure of Fireglow Bronze, the bold red statement of Stellar Red, or the golden charm of Avalon Golden, as recommended by Christakes, and let your porch bloom with the spirit of the season.
Elevate Your Curb Appeal: Dress Up Your Space with Window Boxes
Infuse a burst of color and life into your front porch, balcony, or patio by adorning your windows with charming window boxes filled with the vibrant beauty of fall blooms.
“In milder climates, popular choices for window box plants include a variety of asters, pansies, violas, and ornamental kale or cabbages,” advises Joe Raboine, vice president of design at Oldcastle APG/Belgard. These choices not only add a touch of seasonal elegance to your exterior but also create a welcoming and cozy atmosphere that captures the essence of autumn.
Celebrate Local Beauty: Enhance Your Landscape with Native Flowers
Welcoming native flowers into your autumn landscape not only introduces captivating natural aesthetics but also brings numerous benefits.
Many native species boast drought tolerance, disease resistance, and the ability to attract vital pollinators, making them a valuable addition to your outdoor space.
Joe Raboine, vice president of design at Oldcastle APG/Belgard, recommends the enchanting appeal of native goldenrod and asters, which flourish in the fall and can thrive in various climate zones.
These perennials, when planted in the fall or spring, serve as long-term investments in your landscape’s beauty.
In addition to goldenrod and asters, consider native varieties like cut-leaf coneflowers, milkweed, and ironweed, as they not only grace your garden with their visual splendor but also provide essential sustenance and shelter for pollinating creatures, contributing to a thriving ecosystem.
Elevate Your Gardening Game: Embrace Raised Beds for Fall
Embracing raised garden beds offers you the creative freedom to select your preferred soil composition and, as a bonus, relieves your knees and back from the strain of traditional in-ground gardening.
The optimal gardening conditions of fall provide a splendid opportunity to introduce raised beds into your landscape.
Joe Raboine, vice president of design at Oldcastle APG/Belgard, suggests that as cooler temperatures replace the intense summer sun, it’s the perfect time to experiment with raised beds.
To maximize your success, ensure these beds are placed in sun-drenched areas, and incorporate mulch and compost to preserve the warmth and moisture throughout the day, creating an ideal environment for your fall gardening endeavors.
Fall Floral Fusion: Incorporate Pumpkins as Unique Planters
Infuse a delightful blend of seasonal decor and fall gardening by repurposing pumpkins as inventive flower pots.
“Simply hollow out the center, add some soil, and start planting,” advises Joe Raboine, vice president of design at Oldcastle APG/Belgard. While these pumpkin planters typically last a few weeks, they offer a charming and creative way to introduce a touch of intrigue to your landscape.
Given their relatively short lifespan, consider opting for short-lived annual plants rather than perennials when planting in these pumpkin planters.
This way, you can embrace the ephemeral beauty of your fall-flowering creation before transitioning to more long-lasting plantings.
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