Looking for ideas and inspiration to get your garden or patio ready for fall?
AUTUMN PLANTS
Then keep reading to learn about autumn planting and the best plants and flowers to add to your garden or balcony to create a colorful and atmospheric autumn landscape, tips for caring for your planters and some ideas for what to plant this fall.
Autumn is a beautiful time of year when nature transforms with warm, deep colors. If you want to bring this magical atmosphere into your garden or balcony, it's time to consider fall planting. With the right plants and flowers, you can create a stunning autumn landscape that will delight you and your guests. In this blog post, we will introduce you to some of the best plants and flowers that are perfect for fall.
Ideas for fall planting and decorating
Autumn definitely doesn't have to be a time of dull colors in the garden or on the balcony. With these ideas for the best plants and flowers, you can create an enchanting autumn landscape filled with colorful hues and beauty. Whether you prefer flowers, grasses or decorative pumpkins, there are plenty of options to choose from. So grab your garden shears and get planting to create a beautiful fall landscape in your planters and raised beds that will impress everyone.
Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum is a classic autumn flower with its vibrant colors and flowers in different shapes and sizes. From deep red to yellow and orange to blooming shades of white, Chrysanthemums offer a stunning color palette for your autumn garden.
Ornamental grasses
Ornamental grasses like miscanthus and pennisetum add structure and movement to your garden in the fall. Their tall stems and golden or red colors create a dramatic look, especially when the autumn wind makes them move.
Sedum plants
Sedum is known for its thick and succulent leaves and flat inflorescences in shades of pink, red and copper. These plants are hardy and require minimal care, making them ideal for fall.
Winter heather
Winter heather blooms from late summer into fall with its small flowers in shades of white, pink and purple. In addition to their colorful flowers, winter heathers also have a pleasant scent that can add an extra dimension to your garden.
Ornamental pumpkin
Looking for a festive fall decoration? Ornamental pumpkins are an obvious choice! Besides being fun to carve and make spooky faces, they also add a festive atmosphere to your garden or balcony.
Japanese maple tree
Japanese branches, such as the Japanese maple, are known for their striking foliage. With beautiful shades of red, orange and yellow, they create a wonderful color scheme that is perfect for autumn.
Good advice for autumn care of your garden
Here are some tips on how to take care of your garden, planters and raised beds during the fall
Remove withered leaves and weeds
Keep your garden, planters and raised beds clean by removing wilted leaves and weeds regularly. This prevents diseases and pests from gaining a foothold and leaves room for new plants and flowers to thrive.
Crop and trim
Autumn is a good time to prune wilted branches and shape shrubs, trees and plants in your planters and raised beds. Remove dead or diseased plant material to prevent the spread of disease and create space for new growth.
Protect against frost
When temperatures start to drop, you need to protect delicate plants in your planters and raised beds from frost. Use straw, non-woven fabric or other protective materials to insulate and keep plants warm.
Add autumn plants
Replace the summer flowers in your planters and raised beds with fall plants that thrive in the cooler season. The plants and flowers mentioned in the previous blog post are great choices. They add color and beauty to both the garden and planters/high beds, even when autumn arrives.
Enjoy the fall
Relax and enjoy your garden, planters and raised beds this fall. Take time to admire the beautiful colors that emerge and be grateful for the beauty of nature. Autumn is a season of change and your garden, planters and raised beds can be a reflection of this change and renewal.
Is there anything you can plant in your raised bed that you can enjoy later?
POPULAR AUTUMN VEGETABLES
Start planting around 6-8 weeks before the first expected frost date in your area.
Start planting approximately 10-12 weeks before the first expected frost date.
Start planting approximately 6-8 weeks before the first expected frost date.
Start planting around 4-6 weeks before the first expected frost date.
Start planting approximately 6-8 weeks before the first expected frost date.
The time to start fall plants depends on the specific type of plant and the climate you live in. Generally speaking, fall crops are typically started in mid to late summer or early fall so the plants have time to establish themselves before the cooler weather sets in.
To find the first expected frost date in your area, you can search online for climate zones or frost dates for your region. This will give you an idea of the optimal time to plant fall crops so they have time to grow and develop before winter.If you live in an area with a mild climate, you may be able to start fall crops later in the season as the frost will come later or not be a problem at all. Conversely, if you live in a cold climate, you may need to start earlier and consider methods of protection against frost, such as covering with frost cloths or using planter boxes that can be moved indoors at night.
International (EUR)
Denmark (DKK)
Norway (NOK)
Sweden (SEK)