Fall - Inspiring Garden Ideas for All Gardeners

Fall can be an incredible time in the garden, a season of rich colors and beautiful harvests. Here are some inspiring ideas for all gardeners:

• Plant Fall-Blooming Flowers: Asters, chrysanthemums, and sedum provide beautiful color in the fall. Ornamental grasses can add interesting texture and movement.
• Harvest and Decorate: Pumpkins, gourds, and squashes aren’t just for eating, they also make beautiful fall decorations. Cornstalks, hay bales, and autumn leaves can also be used to create a festive garden.
• Create a Foliage Show: Plant trees and shrubs that offer spectacular fall color. Maples, dogwoods, and burning bushes turn brilliant hues.
• Plant Spring Bulbs: Fall is the time to plant bulbs for spring blooms. Daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths should be planted before the first frost.
• Start a Compost Pile: Autumn leaves, plant debris, and kitchen scraps can all be composted. Over the winter, it will break down into rich, nutritious compost for your garden.
• Attract Birds: Add a bird feeder or bird bath to your garden. Not only will it help birds as food sources dwindle, but it can also provide lovely wildlife viewing for you.
• Preserve Herbs: If you’ve grown herbs in your garden, fall is the time to harvest and preserve them. You can dry them, freeze them, or make herb-infused oils and vinegar.

Fall is a season of change and abundance. Embrace its beauty in your garden with these inspiring ideas.