Fall Annuals: What to Plant to Bring Fall into your Yard
The first day of fall was September 22. A time we all appreciate as we await the arrival of cooler temperatures here in Florida. Even though it may not feel like fall just yet, you can start to plant your cooler weather annuals. We have gathered a list of our favorite fall annuals that you can plant to add that extra fall touch to your landscaping.
Calendula
Common name: Marigold
Calendula (marigolds): is one of the most reliable cool season annuals. Calendula produces cheerful, daisy-like flowers. These flowers are either single or double and can be yellow or orange. For more information on calendula visit UF Gardening Solutions.
Chrysanthemums
Common name: Mums
Chrysanthemums (Mums): are popular and colorful perennials that come in many colors and a variety of sizes. Mums form rounded mounds that, when in bloom, are just bursting with color. For more information on chrysanthemums visit UF Gardening Solutions.
Pansies
Pansies can come in a variety of colors; red, white, purple, yellow and apricot.
Pansies: are charming cold-tolerant annuals that you can plant in winter and enjoy through spring. Pansy flowers can be two to three inches wide. Pansies come in a range of colors, including red, white, purple, yellow, and apricot. For more information on pansies visit UF Gardening Solutions.
Dusty Miller
A great cool-season annual
Dusty Miller: A small, silvery-leafed plant that’s grown as a cool-season annual in Florida. Its silvery, fern-like foliage makes dusty miller perfect for pairing with other plants. For more information on dusty miller visit UF Gardening Solutions.
Petunias
Popular winter annual with a long flowering period.
Petunias: In Florida, petunias are a popular winter annual. Their long flowering period, the wide array of colors and forms available, and the ease with which they grow make them a favorite among gardeners. For more information on petunias visit UF Gardening Solutions.
We love the versatility of these annuals; they can be used as a full flower bed design, or in potted planters. These annuals and plants can come in a variety of sizes and colors. Mixing both color and size will give your flower bed or planters a variety of dimensions.
Yard Craft can help add new fall color to your yard, give us a call, 904-238-1143, or contact us to receive a quote.
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