Flowers for the fall season

27 Best Fall Flowers - Blooms for Your Autumn Garden

Use these tried-and-true fall flowers to brighten up your landscape with a final burst of color before the season winds down.

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FALL ANNUAL FLOWERS

1. African Daisy

Daisy-like flowers come in a wide range of hues, with flat or unique spoon-shaped petals. Use in containers, mass plantings or as edging along pathways and borders.

Annual except in zones 9-11, part sun to sun, 8-12” tall

2. Bidens

The vigorous trailing habit and petite daisy-like flowers make bidens one of the best yellow fall flowers for containers and beds. Combine with other fall annuals such as purple fountain grass and sweet potato vine. Goldilocks Rocks^® produces large yellow blooms 3” across.

Annual except in zones 9-11, sun, 8-14” tall

3.

Blanket Flower

Blanket flower is a native annual or short-lived perennial suited to drought-tolerant borders and natural landscapes. Heat it Up^® Scarlet has bright bronzy-orange flowers with a trailing habit that’s perfect for hanging baskets and containers.

Annual except in zones 8-11, sun, 12-24” tall, deer resistant

4. Calibrachoa

Small petunia-like flowers bloom prolifically in an endless array of colors and patterns. The trailing or spreading habit is suited to mass plantings, containers, baskets and window boxes. Superbells^{^®} Double Twilight^{^™} has soft double lavender petals netted with deep purple veins. It’s a gorgeous flower.

Annual except in zones 9-11, part sun to sun, 6-12” tall

5. Canna Lily

Add tropical flair to the landscape with large banana-like leaves and flowers in bold hues of red, yellow or orange. Plant this rhizomatous annual in a mixed border, mass plantings or containers. Toucan^® Scarlet has red flowers and bronze-tinted foliage.

Annual except in zones 8-11, part sun to sun, 30-48” tall, deer resistant

6. Flossflower

Whimsical frilly flowers combine well with other annuals in containers or borders. Though colors come in pink, purple and white, it’s the true-blue varieties that are most coveted. Artist^® Blue has purple buds with soft violet-blue flowers. The newest addition to the Artist series is Pearl, which is white. New flowers bury the old flowers so the flowers always look fresh.

Annual except in zones 9-10, part sun to sun, 8-12” tall

7. Garden Mums

Chrysanthemums are a classic choice for fall porches and patios. They are easy to grow and loaded with flowers in red, yellow, purple, orange, white, pink, and more. Morgana Red has beautiful dark red flowers that attract butterflies.

Annual except in zones 7-9, sun, 12-24" tall

8. Marguerite Daisy

Cheerful daisy-like flowers and finely cut foliage brighten up beds, containers and cottage-style borders. Golden Butterfly^® is more heat tolerant than older varieties, producing fall flowers continuously without deadheading.

Annual except in zones 10-11, part sun to sun, 18-36” tall

9. Nemesia

Petite orchid-like scented flowers come in a broad array of pastel or bright hues. The trailing spreading habit is versatile in containers, hanging baskets or massed in the landscape. Aromance^{^®} Pink has soft pink flowers with a yellow center, best of all it has lovely fragrance. It’s a great plant for fall.

Annual except in zones 8-10, part sun to sun, 10-12” tall

10. Petunia

Trumpet-shaped flowers occur in nearly every color and pattern imaginable. The mounding or cascading habit is suitable for containers, hanging baskets and beds. Supertunia Vista^{^®} Jazzberry^{^®} has fall garden flowers in a star pattern of hot pink and white.

Annual except in zones 10-11, part sun to sun, 6-12” tall

11. Phlox

Phlox are long-blooming annuals or perennials, with forms ranging from creeping to upright. Star-shaped flowers occur in hues of white, blue, purple, pink, orange or bicolors. Intensia^® Blueberry is an annual variety with purple-blue flowers that last until frost.

Annual except in zones 10-11, sun, 10-16” tall

12. Salvia

Salvia is one of the best fall flowers to plant, with long-lasting spiky blooms in a range of colors and forms. This annual or perennial makes a versatile addition to beds, borders and containers. Unplugged^{^®} Pink is an annual with intense blue flowers that bloom until frost.

Annual except in zones 7-10, part sun to sun, 24-48” tall, deer resistant

13. Strawflower

The silvery foliage of this tough plant contrasts beautifully with masses of button-like yellow flowers. The trailing or mounding habit of Flambe^® Yellow is suitable for hanging baskets, as a groundcover or massed along a slope.

Annual except in zones 9-10, sun, 8-14” tall

14. Sunflower

Sunflowers are the quintessential late-season flower, with disk-shaped blooms in cheerful shades of yellow, red, orange, bronze or white. Add height to borders, kitchen gardens and natural landscapes. Suncredible^{^®} Saturn^{^™} blooms for several weeks longer than other varieties, providing color well into fall.

Annual except in zones 9-11, sun, 24-36” tall, deer resistant

15. Sweet Alyssum

Clusters of dainty scented flowers come in hues of purple, pink, peach or white. The low spreading habit is useful for edging pathways and borders. White Knight^® is a vigorous trailing variety with white fall flowers that is perfect for baskets and containers.

Annual except in zones 9-11, part sun to sun, 8-12” tall

16. Verbena

Verbena is a reliable annual with a low trailing or spreading habit that’s commonly used in beds or containers. Clusters of tiny star-shaped flowers occur in shades of white, purple, red, pink, peach and bicolors. Superbena^® Whiteout^™ has clean white flowers and a vigorous growth habit.

Annual except in zones 8-11, part sun to sun, 6-12” tall, deer resistant

FALL PERENNIAL FLOWERS

17. Black-Eyed Susan

Rudbeckia are long bloomers that produce cheery flowers with dark centers from late summer into fall. They are native to North America and attract plenty of pollinators. Goldsturm has radiant gold flowers that will beautify your garden year after year.

Hardy in zones 3-10, part sun to sun, 14-36" tall

18.

Coneflower

This North American prairie native produces cone-shaped flowers in a wide range of colors. This easy-care perennial is suitable for containers and borders. Summersong^{^™} Firefinch^{^™} is shorter than other varieties, with flowers in warm hues of red, orange and magenta.

Hardy in zones 4-8, part sun to sun, 12-16” tall, deer resistant

19. Japanese Anemone

Long-lived hardy plants bloom for weeks in late summer and fall, with single or double flowers in shades of white or pink. Add color to mixed borders and woodland settings. Fall in Love^™ ‘Sweetly’ is a compact variety with semi-double rose-colored flowers.

Hardy in zones 4-8, part sun to sun, 20-26” tall, deer and rabbit resistant

20. Russian Sage

Russian sage has tall blue flower spikes that bloom profusely above finely textured aromatic foliage. This undemanding perennial is useful as screening or a background plant. 'Sage Advice' is a compact variety with strong upright stems and flowers that hold their color longer than other varieties.

Hardy in zones 4-9, sun, 28-32” tall, deer resistant

21. Stonecrop

Sedum are carefree drought-tolerant plants that produce clusters of star-shaped flowers that bloom in August and beyond. Use as edging, in rockeries or waterwise borders. Rock ’N Round^™ ‘Pure Joy’ has bubblegum pink flowers that fade to darker pink.

Hardy in zones 3-9, sun, 10-12” tall, rabbit resistant

FALL FLOWERING SHRUBS

22. Reblooming Azalea

Reblooming azaleas provide a welcome burst of color in spring followed by another round of late summer and fall. Flowers bloom in hues of yellow, orange, red, pink, purple or white. Plants are suitable for containers, foundation plantings and woodland settings. The flowers of Perfecto Mundo^{^®} Orange has blazing orange flowers in spring, then after a short break they start blooming again in midsummer and continues through frost.

Hardy in zones 7-9, part sun to sun, 42-54” tall

23. Bluebeard

Bluebeard is an easy-care deciduous shrub grown for its autumn flowers, serrated green or gold foliage, and compact habit. Blooms occur in shades of purple, blue, lavender and pink. Use in mixed borders and foundation plantings. Beyond Pink’d^® has dark pink flowers.

Hardy in zones 7-9, sun, 24-30” tall, deer resistant

24. Butterfly Bush

The irresistible flowers of butterfly bush appeal to butterflies, hummingbirds and insect pollinators. This deciduous shrub produces flower clusters or spikes in shades of purple, blue, pink, yellow or white. Low & Behold^® ‘Lilac Chip’ is a noninvasive dwarf variety, perfect for containers and small urban gardens.

Hardy in zones 5-9, sun, 18-24” tall, deer resistant

25. Panicle Hydrangea

Panicle hydrangea is one of the best fall flowers for cold weather climates. Delicate clusters of star-shaped flowers occur in hues of white, pink, red or pale green. Little Lime Punch^{^®} produces large creamy white flower heads that transforms to red.

Hardy in zones 3-8, part sun to sun, 3-5' tall

26. Rose

Rose flowers come in an endless array of colors and forms. Use this reliable carefree shrub in mixed borders, foundation plantings or as low hedging. The scented orange flowers of At Last^{^®} bloom continuously until frost.

Hardy in zones 5-9, sun, 30-36” tall

27. Rose Mallow

Add tropical appeal with flamboyant open-faced flowers that can reach dinner plate size. This hardy deciduous shrub is suitable for containers and mixed borders. The blooms of Summerific^{^®} ‘Berry Awesome’ are lavender-pink, reaching 7-8” across.

Hardy in zones 4-9, part sun to sun, 40-48” tall, deer resistant

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12 Spectacular Annual Fall Flowers

It’s time to change out summer container gardens for a fall look now that the days are growing shorter and temperatures cooling. Discover a dozen perfect plants for fall. By Justin Hancock

Chrysanthemum

Beautiful mums create a cushion of color in festive seasonal shades of red, orange, yellow, peach, and white, as well as contrasting shades of pink. Because of their popularity, you can find these fall flowers in a wide variety of sizes. Look for dainty mini-mums in tiny 2-inch-wide pots (perfect for table décor) or giants that can grow a couple of feet across.

Pansy

Pretty pansies provide lovely cool-season color in just about every shade of the rainbow. Wonderfully versatile and heavy blooming, pansies are perhaps the perfect fall flower.

Old-fashioned varieties grow in tidy mounds. Look for new varieties, too, that trail and are ideal as groundcovers or hanging baskets.
Bonus: Plant pansy in the fall and in many areas, they come back to bloom again in the spring.

Celosia

Durable and easy-care celosia is a natural for fall because many varieties appear in the traditional color palette. Celosia provides bright yellow, warm orange, scarlet red, and deep burgundy purple accents to your container gardens. And don’t forget to add celosia to your landscape beds and borders. Plus, the flame-like plumes of bloom add fun vertical texture to other fall flowers.

Purple Fountain Grass

While not a flower, purple fountain grass is the ideal accent for other fall flowers. Its burgundy-purple foliage pairs perfectly with other colors.

Plus, it adds wonderful texture to plantings -- especially mounding mums and kale.

Croton

Croton is ideal for autumn. A houseplant in cold-weather regions (or a shrub in frost-free areas), it also grows well as an annual. Enjoy its flamboyant foliage in rich shades of red, orange, yellow, and purple. Look for different varieties to find the perfect croton for your fall plantings.

Flowering Kale

Also called flowering cabbage, this is one of the toughest plants for fall. It holds up well to frosty temperatures and looks good all winter long in mild-winter areas! Kale offers dramatic color and texture and pairs well with just about every fall flower.
Note: Flowering kale is bred for its ornamental appearance, not for taste. We don't advise consuming flowering kale varieties.

Aster

You can grow aster as a beautiful fall perennial in many regions, but it’s an outstanding annual, too. Flowering in shades of purple, pink, white, and blue, asters are an ideal break for the traditional end-of-the-season color palette.
Bonus: Aster is one of the best plants to feed hungry bees and butterflies in autumn.

Dianthus

A cool-season stunner, dianthus offers beautiful flowers and wonderful fragrances. Be sure to plant dianthus where you can enjoy their great scent! You’ll find dianthus in a range of colors, from white and pink to red and purple, so there’s sure to be an ideal variety for your look.

Sweet Alyssum

Another flower to grow for its beautiful fragrance, sweet alyssum creeps along the ground creating a carpet of color in the fall.

Or use it in containers to spill over the edges like a waterfall. Either way, the effect in enchanting! Sweet alyssum tolerates cool weather well, and can bloom all fall and winter long in mild areas.

Ornamental Pepper

Bred to be looked at rather than eaten, ornamental peppers are perfect for fall. These plants offer colorful fruits in festive shades of red, yellow, orange, and purple. There are different shapes and sizes available, from perfectly round Black Pearl to the undersea look of Chilly Chili.

Viola

Violas are cute and charming smaller cousins of pansies. They offer a multitude of flowers in just about every color. Because the blooms are daintier, they hold up better to rain and other weather. Violas come in a wider color range than pansies, making them among the most versatile fall flowers.

Black-Eyed Susan

Bold and dramatic, black-eyed Susan offers golden-yellow daisy-shaped flowers. A favorite of bees and butterflies, it brightens any landscape or container garden planting. Black-eyed Susan looks particularly good with mums and asters.

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What flowers bloom in autumn?

No matter how they sing the beauty of summer flowers, the autumn palette of colors is in no way inferior to it. Green foliage is gradually replaced by yellow and red hues, and flower beds are decorated with luxurious flower bushes. In each autumn month there are incredibly beautiful plants, the flowering of which gives this time of year its own special charm. We offer you to get acquainted with the most beautiful colors of autumn!

What flowers bloom in September?

The first month of autumn is rather hot and sunny. It is not much different from August, the only thing is that the evening and night time are still cooler. As for flowers, some of the brightest and most colorful bloom during this period.

Chrysanthemums - this flower can be safely awarded the title of "Queen of Autumn"! The first buds of the plant appear in early September, and the last ones are still pleasing to the eye under the first snow. The family of chrysanthemums is large and diverse, its varieties differ in bud size, color, flowering time, etc.
Asters are another popular flower among gardeners and florists. Its lush buds, luxurious colors and light herbaceous aroma will become a real pride of your garden.
Dahlias - the sunny inflorescences of this plant are like echoes of the outgoing summer. The flower is known for a wide variety of varieties, early species bloom in September, late - in November.
Rudbeckia - the shape of the plant resembles a chamomile, and the colors are a sunflower. Bright yellow buds are the first harbingers of approaching October.

What flowers bloom in October?

The first days of this month are still warm, but by the middle - the trees turn red-yellow, the leaves fall, and nature is preparing for winter sleep. It is in October that you can see all the shades of red, yellow and green.
In contrast to the approaching cold weather, the Snapdragon flower comes into play. Its bright, rich buds are still reminiscent of a hot summer. The family of this plant is known for a large palette of shades, ranging from red, purple and blue to snow-white and pastel.
Another favorite of October is colchicum. Delicate buds and miniature size of the flower delight with its lightness and grace. Almost all plant varieties are aged in purple, blue and pink shades. Also among the graceful and noble plants of this month are crocuses, with their colorful delicate petals and fiery cores.

What other flowers can be found in October? Among the most popular and demanded are:

daisies;
lobelia;
nasturtium;
dahlias.

All these plants easily endure the first cold, are not afraid of rainy and gloomy weather. Many of them are often used in flower arrangements and serve as decoration for the home.

What flowers bloom in November?

The last month of autumn is quite often rainy and overcast. Sunny and warm days at this time of the year become a rarity, and everything around no longer pleases with bright colors. Despite high humidity, low temperatures and lack of sun, some types of flowers still continue to warm with colorful buds and green foliage.
Among the most popular autumn flowers are:

Marigolds - the buds of this plant have a rounded shape. Most often you can find varieties of yellow, orange or red.
Rhododendrons - large shrubs remarkably tolerate high moisture and delight with beautiful buds until the first frost.
Phlox - airy and delicate flowers are quite unpretentious in care, they do not need a lot of light and easily get used to different soils. The cut flower is also highly durable and is often used in fall bouquets.

All of the above flowers are only a small part of the huge number of plants that bloom in autumn. If planting and caring for flowers is not to your liking, an equally rich selection of masterpieces of nature is also offered in bouquets with an autumn theme.

Which flowers should be used in the autumn bouquet?

Autumn is a great opportunity to discover new types of flowers. At this time of the year, classic bouquets of roses and lilies fade into the background, and the shelves of flower stalls are filled with everyone's favorite asters, dahlias, chrysanthemums and gladioli. Before deciding on plants and decor, let's get a little familiar with the language of popular fall flowers.

Asters are considered a symbol of fidelity, love and modesty.
Gladiolus - the flower of friendship. They also denote loyalty and nobility.
Chrysanthemums represent innocence, youth and charm.
Dahlias are considered royal flowers, they denote gratitude, greatness and dignity.

You should never limit yourself to these plants! Moreover, they can be safely combined with the usual roses and other persistent flowers. The main thing is to adhere to the basic rules of floristry.

What autumn bouquets will be in trend?

Surprisingly, autumn is the time of golden hues, and therefore the classics of thematic compositions usually include works in yellow, orange and red tones. To prevent the bouquet from being too explosive, florists recommend adding green and white colors to rich colors. With their help, the bouquet will become lighter and calmer.
Quite popular decor elements in autumn bouquets are:

ears of wheat;
branches of viburnum and other berries;
green or yellow tree leaves;
dried flowers.

As for decorative elements, paper, ribbons and boxes in dirty pink or brick red are considered relevant for this season. Compositions with burgundy, cherry and plum details also look noble and expensive.
Fans of pastel colors are simply obliged to decorate the house with a bouquet of pink and peach dahlias. Their lush buds and sensual shades will give the interior coziness and warmth.

what flowers to make the perfect autumn bouquet from

Most often, autumn bouquets consist of flowers that bloom in autumn. Usually these are asters, chrysanthemums, dahlias, gladioli, sunflowers and rudbeckia. At the same time, flowers for autumn flower arrangements are selected not only in the usual red-orange-yellow range, but also in cold lilac, blue, purple and pink shades. It is only important that the bouquet looks natural, natural and harmonious. Consider each type of flowers separately.

Astra. The most common autumn flower with unusual needle-shaped petals. It represents modesty, loyalty and love. There is a beautiful legend about the origin of the aster, according to which the flower grew in place of a fallen star. Asters are excellently combined with daisies, daisies, marigolds and pansies.
Chrysanthemum. Another popular autumn flower. It is a symbol of joy, happiness, sun, youth and innocence. It can be of various shades - from white, pink, cream to orange, purple and red. Such flowers look especially beautiful in combination with alstroemerias, roses, gerberas. Bouquets of chrysanthemums are a wonderful gift for September 1 and Teacher's Day.
Dahlia. A large, beautiful and expressive flower, which is rightfully considered a symbol of the outgoing summer. In Japan, these flowers represent dignity, gratitude and greatness. For an autumn bouquet, it is better to choose a small number of flowers, since the flower has voluminous, lush and large inflorescences. If you want to diversify the composition with other flowers, you can add roses, hydrangeas, anemones, asters or chrysanthemums to the bouquet. All these flowers go well with dahlias.
Gladiolus. Able to conquer anyone with his eccentric beauty. It symbolizes loyalty, nobility and friendship. The name of the flower comes from the Latin word - Gladius, which translates as "sword". White, pink and scarlet flowers are best suited for autumn flower arrangements.
Sunflower. Looks impressive and unusual with gerberas, wildflowers, roses and dried flowers. Now there are many varieties of decorative sunflowers in a variety of colors - from bright yellow and golden to orange and burgundy.
Rudbeckia. The flower comes from North America, which was especially valued by the Indians not only for its beauty, but also for its benefits. It resembles a lush chrysanthemum and comes in orange, yellow and red. Rudbeckia looks great in bouquets in combination with other seasonal flowers.

Autumn flower arrangements have some special features. When creating them, florists boldly experiment with design.