As the Tri-Cities temperatures begin to drop in preparation for fall, you may find yourself more willing to work in the yard during cooler temps. Even though it’s an excellent time to prepare your landscaping for the upcoming winter months, you can capitalize on your desire for brilliant colors in mesmerizing hues that signify the fall season. Therefore, our Kingsport landscaping experts at Promier Landscapes share on the blog nine flowers to plant in November for fabulous fall colors so that you can incorporate seasonal plants into your fall lawn and garden care activities.
1. Asters
Asters produce Daisy-like flowers in multiple colors and are frost tolerant, depending on the species. Annual Asters are at risk for disease when you plant them in the same location yearly. Therefore, it’s best to alter their position yearly in full or partial sun areas with moist, well-drained soil.
2. Calendula
Calendula flowers provide a golden addition to your landscaping design as they grow up to four inches across and come in a variety of shades. Calendula flowers are easy to grow, deter certain garden pests, and tolerate light frosts. Even though Calendula flowers thrive in full sun, they also tolerate partial shade.
3. Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemums or mums vary greatly in their color and size. These easy-to-grow bursts of color are the perfect complement to a fall garden because they can tolerate light frosts. Chrysanthemum varieties prefer full to partial sun and moist soil for optimum growth.
4. Cosmos
Cosmos flowers are a welcome pop of color for the fall season that typically grow between one to three feet tall. The cosmos plant is drought tolerant but does not tolerate frost. For optimum growth, plant Cosmos flowers in an area with full sun exposure.
5. Daisies
Daisies bring a beautiful white into your landscape and look best when planted in clumps or groups. Additionally, Daisies are rarely affected by diseases or pests and are frost tolerant. Planting Daisies in rich, well-drained soil in an area with abundant sunshine can yield a beautiful display through the fall season.
6. Marigolds
Marigolds are a fall staple in landscaping projects. Their stunning gold, yellow, and red colors paint the perfect fall picture. Although Marigolds are beautiful, they are not frost tolerant and will last only until the first frost. In many cases, Marigolds help keep pests away from vegetable gardens. So, plant Marigolds in rich, well-drained soil in an area where they receive full to partial sun.
7. Pansies
Pansies are delicate ornamental flowers with multiple color combinations that can bring your fall landscape to life. Even though they appear fragile, pansies can survive through the first frost and are excellent low-maintenance flowers. For the best results, plant pansies in full to partial sun and moist soil.
8. Petunias
Petunias are trumpet-shaped colorful flowers that are a common fall addition to landscapes everywhere. While most Petunia species last until the first frost, the violet-flowered petunia can resist frost. Although Petunias prefer full sun exposure, they can also thrive in areas with partial shade.
9. Snapdragons
Snapdragons provide an abundance of eye-catching flowers that come in bright colors. These front yard favorites grow 1 1/2 to three feet tall and love the cool fall weather. Snapdragons are highly tolerant to heavy frost and prefer to be planted in areas with full sun exposure.
Landscaping Experts in Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol, Tennessee
Adding a seasonal hue to your landscaping design is not challenging when you choose the right type of flower. In many homeowner cases, it’s difficult to choose which one is best, and many opt for multiple species. However, if you want to bring fall to your yard and you struggle with which flowers are best, feel free to contact our Tri-Cities landscaping experts at Promier Landscapes for questions or guidance. On the other hand, if you prefer a hands-off approach, our landscape designers can create a custom plan for your fall flowers. Please call our office at (423) 872-2988 or contact us online to get your questions answered or schedule a consultation.