Spring and summer flowers are undeniably stunning, but once the sun starts setting earlier and the air gets crisp, vibrant blooms become crucial to brightening up your space. Fall flowers are mostly planted in mid-to-late August. For instance, start planting the iconic Chrysanthemums in August, and mums can be done in early September, giving you ample time to prepare your garden for autumn.
The gardeners like autumn to plant flowers as autumn is a great season for annuals, easy-care perennials, and evergreen shrubs. The most popular flowers, such as dahlias, mums, roses, purple pansies, and even bright yellow sunflowers typically bloom in September and October.
If you are new to gardening and are not familiar with the terms and terminologies, we have got you covered with tips on creating a fall garden. We also recommend reviewing the USDA’s Plant Hardiness Zones, which offer valuable guidance on what and when to plant based on your region. Planting times and overwintering practices may vary depending on your specific zone.
Make sure to assess the sunlight and water needs. It is wise to begin planting soon so they can establish their roots before the first frost. Additionally, remember to include fall flowers that draw in bees and other pollinators. Let’s discuss some famous Fall Flowers that grow best in the Autumn Season.
Top 15 Fall Flowers to Plant for Your Autumn Garden
1. Marigold
The most planted flower in Autumn is Marigold. Vibrant and sunny marigolds are simple to cultivate and popular since they are in bloom for most of the season. Marigolds have many abilities such as they thrive in full sun and can tolerate high summer temperatures, so they are a good option if you live in an area where scorching summers can extend into the fall (Like Taxes).
2. African Daisy
Daisy-like blooms flourish in cooler spring and fall seasons. Gather the colors from the Bright Lights series, including Bright Light Red and Red, which perfectly pair with purple pansies and ornamental grasses in fall containers and landscapes.
3. Violas
These perennials flower in the summer and reappear in the fall, to add purple pops to your warm-toned garden. Violas are fast-growing and their flowers are edible too. They grow best in moist and acidic soil, so making a peat-based potting mix or adding peat moss to the soil is ideal for them.
4. Calibrachoa
This timeless summer annual is unexpectedly resilient to colder temperatures, so it’ll last until frost in your upright containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets. With over 40 different varieties available, to match your fall color scheme.
5. Petunias
Petunias are among the most favored flowers for gardens due to their extended blooming season, from spring until frost. They are ideal for hanging baskets, just know that they need full sun so they won’t do well in the shade of a porch.
6. Hydrangeas
These graceful perennials begin to bloom from early to midsummer and can survive a winter freeze. Their delicate flowers are available in various colors, including pink, purple, blue, and white with the acidity of your soil often dictating the color of your blooms.
7. Salvia
Annual salvias are among the most enduring annuals we offer, flowering from planting until frost in large containers and garden landscapes. Be sure to check the size indicated on the tag while shopping since salvias can range greatly in size.
8. Roses
The most liked flower to plant, with classic beauty, shrub roses is not as much work as people think.
Modern hybrid roses are more robust, produce longer-lasting blooms, and are more hearty and disease-resistant than the heirloom roses you might be familiar with.
9. Blanket Flower
Often referred to for their ability to spread widely and “blanket” a space, blanket flowers boast colored daisy-like flowers in warm shades of yellow and red. They thrive in full sun and even in poor soil, eliminating the need for fertilization as long as the soil drains properly.
10. Strawflower
In addition to the silvery-green leaves, the vibrant yellow blooms are equally stunning. This pick is perfect for hanging baskets, allowing both the flowers and stems to be showcased.
11. Black-Eyed Susans
Vibrant yellow, daisy-shaped black-eyed Susans can function as annuals, biennials, or short-lived perennials. They’re drought-resistant, and they appreciate occasional watering.
12. Balloon Flower
True to their name, these stunning flowers — available in blue, white, and pink — resemble hot-air balloons before they blossom. It is best to grow them in full sun, but they can also grow well in partial shade.
13. Goldenrod
Goldenrod is a striking weed-like plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. If you suffer from allergies, beware of their pollen, which can cause runny noses and itchy eyes.
14. Sunflower
Sunflowers are the ideal flower for fall, a staple for all your bouquets. Unlike seed varieties which grow tall and produce just a few blooms, our compact, broadly rounded Incredible sunflowers generate an impressive array of flowers throughout the season.
15. Dahlias
Some varieties will continue to bloom from mid-summer into fall. Dahlias come in almost every color under the sun, so pick those with oranges and reds for autumn bouquets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What flowers bloom in the fall?
Ans: Many flowers bloom in the fall, such as mums, roses, dahlias, purple pansies, and bright yellow sunflowers, all bloom around September and October.
Q2.What is the name of the autumn flower?
Ans: The various shapes and vivid colors of chrysanthemums make them ideal for enhancing bouquets and creating stunning autumn floral displays. It’s also the November birth flower.
Q3. Is Rose an autumn flower?
Ans: The roses have begun their autumn bloom, celebrating summer one last time and a last hurrah before they pass into winter mode
