Come September, most people start packing away their gardening gloves as summer draws to a close, convinced that the growing season is behind them. But here’s the thing: autumn is actually one of the best times of year to work in your garden. While fall has long been associated with a time to plant bulbs, it’s also a great time to start flower seeds. Whether you’re planning for a whimsical spring garden, full of perennial flowers, or you’d love a few pops of annual color before winter really sets in, fall sowing gives you a head start. If you’ve ever wondered about the best seedlings to plant in autumn and how to set them up for success this is your guide!
Fall Container Garden Guide – The Best Tips and Ideas
As the long days of summer begin to fade and crisp autumn air rolls in, it’s the perfect time to refresh your outdoor spaces by adding a pop of color with a fall container garden. If you live in a warmer climate like I do, we can just pretend we feel the cool fall air. Whether you want to grow cool-season vegetables, highlight vibrant fall flowers, or simply add cozy seasonal charm to your front porch, container gardening makes it easy to transition your home decor from summer to fall.
Fall Blooming Perennial Flowers – The Best Plants for a Beautiful Autumn Garden
There’s something magical about a garden that carries its summertime beauty into fall. As summer’s blooms begin to fade, fall blooming perennial flowers take center stage, filling garden beds, borders, and containers with rich color, texture, and structure. Whether you’re designing a fall perennial garden from scratch or enhancing your existing beds, these fall blooming plants will help your garden look incredible as the seasons change.
How to Choose the Perfect Sasanqua Camellia for Your Fall Garden
Fall is here, which means so is camellia season! Here in South Carolina, our season typically begins in late September and lasts through mid April. Sasanquas are some the first camellias to start blooming. If you’d like to add some color to your fall landscape, these camellias are a great option. This post has the tips you need to find the perfect camellia sasanqua for your garden!
