Here's what to plant in the fall for a beautiful spring yard
After a steamy summer, the cool air temperatures of autumn are easy for both plants and gardeners, but the soil is still warm enough for the roots to grow until the ground is frozen. Autumn rains are usually abundant, but it is easier to water the plants deeper if it does not rain at least an inch a week. Pests and disease problems will also disappear in the fall. In addition, the late season is often the time to bargain at garden centers, where they try to finally sell their inventory before winter. Look for deals on spring-flowering bulbs, perennials, trees, and shrubs that can all be planted in the fall, until your area is affected by severe frosts. Don’t forget your lawn; Cold season lawn can be sown this year as well. Get these plants in the ground in the fall and they will give you beautiful color in the spring.
1. Spring bulbs
All spring-blooming bulbs, such as tulips and hyacinths, need winter to bloom, which is why they should be planted in the fall, although you may not be able to enjoy them until next spring. Many bulbs come in a wide variety of varieties, so you can choose the colors, heights, and flowering times that work best in your garden. If deer or other insects come frequently into your yard, they may not want to soak bulbs such as daffodils, grape hyacinth, and allium.
2. Pansies and Violas
Autumn is a good time to plant violas for pansies and their little relatives because the warmer soil temperature gives their roots enough time to survive the winter. In addition, by planting them in the fall, you will get two seasonal experiences from these winter-season favorites as they will begin to bloom again when the weather warms up in the spring. If you live in a place where the ground freezes, look for cold hard types like cold waves. To help with the winter, add thick mulch around your soil once it is frozen; This will remove these small plants from the ground during alternating frost and thaw cycles.
3. Ground grass
Autumn is the best time to establish new turfgrass by sowing or laying a new lawn. When creating a new lawn, sowing is usually a cheaper and easier DIY option, but the grass will give immediate results. If you want to repair a damaged or sparse lawn, first shake off the soil and spray the grass seeds where you want them to grow, then cover lightly with compost or straw. Water the fresh grass well until it reaches freezing temperature.
4. Trees and shrubs
After the summer weather cools down, if the soil is still warm for root growth, this is the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs. Before digging, locate underground lines with your local utility companies. Always plant trees and shrubs in their natural soil lines. Water the newly planted trees or shrubs well until they are frozen in the ground so they get off to a good start before they go completely dormant in the winter.
5. Perennials
If you want to add it to your perennial collection, autumn is one of the best times to do it. You can split and replant perennials like Hostas and Astilbe in your garden. Before dormant in the winter, water the perennials planted in the fall well until they freeze in the ground to encourage new, healthy roots to grow. Protect them from frost with a layer of shredded leaves or other mulch about 3 inches thick. As spring rolls in, they will be ready to fill your garden beds with fresh foliage.
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