Fall is the perfect time to get your garden going! You can plant a fall vegetable or flower bed, and you don’t even have worry about forgetting anything. Spring will be with us before we know it- why not make this year’s scenery something special?
Planting in the fall is a great way to get your hands on some delicious and beautiful produce. This time of year also means that you won’t have as many bugs, scorching hot weather or weeding worries!
FALL VEGETABLE GARDEN PLANTS
Fall has arrived and with it comes the perfect time to plant a vegetable garden. You won’t want any other season, as fall will become your absolute favorite!
Here are four of the best options for an edible herb or flower space in your home this coming year:
GREEN BEANS
Beans are a great option for the fall. They’ll provide you with an exquisite flavor that can’t be found in any other vegetables at this time of year! To get ready, make sure there’s been enough compost added—at least 1/2 inch deep and 3 – 6 inches apart from each plant to avoid crowding.
Depending which Growing Zone you live in may also require adding another layer such bark into soil before planting bean seeds – this will help keep them cool while still being able stand up through dry spells well.
The only tricky part about growing them on your own is knowing when they’re ready- usually once plants turn pink/greenish yellow coloration with spots of brown indicate it’s time to harvest!
BROCCOLI
Broccoli plants are a great way to provide your family with fresh vegetables all winter long. Broccolis can be planted in early fall after enough sunlight hours have passed for the season, usually around 85 days before frost. It will produce more leaves and fewer flowers if you wait until closer proximity with summer’s end (100-105).
The plant itself is typically sweet tasting but some say that cooking further enhances its flavor profile once harvested – try them sauteed or steamed!
Broccoli thrives in cool weather, but it needs well-drained soil to do so. Make sure you include manure or compost when planting if possible because the ground will be perfect for your broccoli plants after adding these amendments!
TURNIPS
You will be thanking yourself after you taste your fall-grown turnips! They are a wonderful garden plant that can keep growing until the first hard freeze. You may want to start planting them in August and continue through October, depending on your growing zone.
Not only will you enjoy the root vegetable, but turnip leaves are quite tasty as well. Once you pick some of these delicious greens they’ll grow back within a few weeks with new ones ready for your dinner plate!
To make the turnip greens thrive, it’s important to keep an eye on their watering and provide ample room for them by planting 6 inches apart. You should wait until nighttime temperatures reach around 40 degrees F or below before harvesting so as not too drastically reduce its nutritional value.
GARLIC
One of the most interesting things about garlic is that it flourishes during cooler months. The roots develop more deeply in winter, so you should plant your cloves near an area with plenty of sun for them to do well and also raised garden beds are good too!
One of the most interesting things about garlic is that it flourishes during cooler months. The roots develop more deeply in winter, so you should plant your cloves near an area with plenty of sun for them to do well, and also raised garden beds are good too!
OTHER FALL VEGETABLE GARDEN ITEMS TO CONSIDER
- Brussels sprouts
- Scallions
- Cabbage
- Arugula
- Romaine
FALL GARDEN FLOWERS
If you want to bring the beauty of spring flowers into your home this fall, make sure to look beyond their summer counterparts. Fall flower gardens are often just as colorful and easy-to be grown!
Here’s our list with some great options that can fill up any space at an affordable price point too.
PANSY
I love growing pansies because they’re so easy to care for, readily available at nurseries and come in various colors. They also make a great addition when you need some color on your garden!
Pansies will tolerate freezing temperatures, bouncing back after a frost to make more blooms. You can plant them in full sun for the best results and let their flowers grow all winter long into early spring!
Pansies are one of the most common sources for gardeners to grow their own flowers. They’re hardy, vibrant and require little maintenance or care aside from watering them regularly so that they don’t dry out too much in between waterings.
ASTER
Asters are a great choice for those who want to attract pollinators in the spring, summer and fall. They come in many colors to match any landscape style or mood you may be trying to create!
Aster flowers can also grow up close so make sure they have at least 3 feet between plants when planting.
MUMS
Mums are a plant that can be grown in the fall when it’s not too chilly. Unlike most annuals, mums will return year after year provided they receive enough sun and warmth throughout their lives–this is because of how persistent these tough little flowers actually are!
They may even produce more blooms than usual if planted during this time period with proper care.
Mums are a great plant for moms because they require plenty of sunlight and water, but can survive in cool weather.
DAFFODIL BULBS
Daffodils are the perfect choice for fall garden plants. They’re both hardy and easy to grow, making them an excellent addition your home’s landscaping during this cold-and-dreary season of year.
The first thing you need do is figure out when that first frost usually strikes where you live; then plant bulbs 2-4 weeks before it does so they’ll have time get big enough on their roots be ready come early springtime!
Daffodils are considered to be one of the most popular flowers in North America, and for good reason! Daffodil bulbs grow best when they receive full sun. However; these yellow-orange blooms will also thrive with some partial shade as well if planted at least 3 inches deep into a well drained area, and also, space the bulbs at least 3-6 inches apart.
TULIP BULBS
There are a lot of reasons why you should grow tulips. Growing them can be rewarding because the result is stunning flowers that show up in late winter or super early spring! In fact, if there’s anything to look forward to is hearing or seeing their beautiful bells ring out with color and life giving energy–the first glimpse marks an end for winter-time.
For prime results you will want your garden soil under 60 degrees before planting and they should be planted anywhere from 6-8 weeks before a hard freeze (to avoid damage). To prepare their new home, add composting materials like manure, to help them bloom better.
HYACINTH
If you’re looking for an autumnal plant, hyacinths are the perfect choice. Planting them in late fall will ensure that they flower during springtime. For most areas, you should plant the hyacinth bulbs 4 inches deep unless they’re a grape variety in which case plants need 2-3″ of space.
Before adding them to the ground, it is important to work the soil and add some compost.
You need to find a spot that gets plenty of sunlight and is well-drained. It’s important not to have standing water, but you will need to water them well after planting.
OTHER FALL GARDEN FLOWERS TO ADD
- Coneflowers
- Blackeyed Susan
- Dianthus
- Flowering kale
- Celosia