Embracing Fall Garden Trends
Written by: Abby Vittore, Barrett's Staff
As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, autumn presents a unique opportunity to refresh and revitalize your garden. This fall, several trends are taking center stage, offering a blend of beauty, and functionality. Here's a guide to Barrett's top five fall garden trends to embrace this season.
- Rich, Earthy Tones: Fall's palette of deep reds, oranges, yellows, and browns lends perfectly to garden design. Plants with warm hues and unique textures, like ornamental grasses and sedum, can add a dramatic touch to the landscape.
- Native Plants: There's a strong focus on using native plants to create habitats that support local wildlife. Plants like Coneflowers and Rudbeckia not only provide vibrant fall color but also attract pollinators and birds that are prepping for migration.
- Cozy Outdoor Spaces: As temperatures drop, creating an inviting outdoor space for relaxation becomes harder. Think of incorporating fire pits, warm-toned throw pillows, and sturdy outdoor rugs to extend the enjoyment of your patio into the cooler months.
- Rustic Garden Décor: Embrace a rustic aesthetic with garden décor that complements the fall season. Wooden planters, vintage wheelbarrows, and birdhouses can add charm and character to your landscape. These elements not only enhance visual appeal but also create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Annual Refresh: The August heat can leave annuals looking ragged and exhausted. September is the perfect time to swap out pots, hanging baskets, and other annuals with fresh plants in the hues of fall. Pansies, mums, asters, and flowering cabbage can give your containers the refresh that they need to look beautiful through the fall months.
By incorporating these fall garden trends, you can create a landscape that is both visually appealing and functional to make the most out of the change in season.