Fall Flowers

Fall is a beautiful time of year to enjoy a variety of colorful and vibrant flowers. Here are some popular fall flowers you might consider for your garden or floral arrangements:

Chrysanthemums (Mums)

• Colors: Come in a wide range of colors, including yellow, white, purple, and red.
• Care: Prefer well-draining soil and full sun. Regular deadheading promotes more blooms.

Asters

• Colors: Typically found in shades of blue, purple, pink, and white.
• Care: Thrive in well-drained, loamy soil and full sun to partial shade.

Marigolds

• Colors: Bright yellows, oranges, and reds.
• Care: Need full sun and well-draining soil. They’re also great for repelling garden pests.

Sedum (Stonecrop)

• Colors: Range from green to deep burgundy. Flowers are often pink, red, or white.
• Care: Very low maintenance, thrive in well-drained soils and can tolerate drought.

Helenium (Sneezeweed)

• Colors: Yellow, orange, red, and brown.
• Care: Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Full sun is ideal for the best blooming.

Goldenrod

• Colors: Bright yellow.
• Care: Prefers full sun and can tolerate a range of soils, including poor, dry soil.

Pansies and Violas

• Colors: Wide range including purples, blues, yellows, and whites.
• Care: Prefer cool weather, well-draining soil, and partial shade to full sun.

Japanese Anemone

• Colors: Usually white or shades of pink.
• Care: Prefer partial shade and rich, well-draining soil.

Ornamental Kale and Cabbage

• Colors: Purple, pink, white, and green.
• Care: They are cold-tolerant and prefer full sun to partial shade.

Dahlias

• Colors: Available in nearly every color except blue, including multi-colored blooms.
• Care: Well-draining soil and full sun. Tubers must be lifted and stored in frost-prone areas.

Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan)

• Colors: Usually yellow with a dark brown center.
• Care: Thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, drought tolerant once established.

Echinacea (Coneflower)

• Colors: Shades of purple, pink, white, and yellow.
• Care: Prefer full sun and well-draining soil. Drought-tolerant once established.

Fall gardens and floral arrangements can be just as vibrant and exciting as those in the spring and summer. By incorporating some of these flowers, you can enjoy beautiful blooms throughout the season.