Autumn Flowers for Gardens in New Jersey



Fall has arrived in New Jersey, and it's time to think about adding colorful flowers for the autumn season. Many summer flowers are starting to fade, but that doesn't mean your garden has to succumb to the winter blues just yet. With some planning and care, your garden can continue to flourish as the weather cools. Here are some fall-blooming plants that are perfect for adding warm colors to a cool New Jersey garden.

Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums are strongly associated with fall, especially when placed beside a pumpkin. They bloom profusely throughout autumn in a variety of warm, autumnal colors. Chrysanthemums can be planted in the garden from spring through fall, but the roots need to be well-mulched and in the ground six weeks ahead of extreme cold weather. It's best to buy a hardy breed and get them established right away.

Fall Crocus
The fall or autumn crocus will bloom for the entire fall season if planted in late August. This flower is well-suited for colder weather as it requires minimal maintenance. Occasional watering is sufficient to keep the vibrant purple crocus healthy for weeks.

Balloon Flowers
Platycodon grandiflorus, also known as the balloon flower, is a beautiful, low-maintenance plant with abundant bell-shaped blooms in blue, pink, or white. This plant thrives in sun or light shade, is resistant to deer, and only requires trimming in the spring to start blooming in late summer through autumn.

New York Asters
The New York Aster, also known as the Aster novi-belgii, is a great choice for The Garden State. These native flowers are low-maintenance, produce vivid color until late fall, attract birds and butterflies, and make excellent cut flowers for your autumn table. Remember to cut them back in spring to prevent legginess and deadhead to prolong blooming.

Gaillardia
In fall, think of Gaillardia flowers with yellow, orange, and red shades. They spread easily like miscanthus. Choose plants that add interest and color to your garden year-round. Create a beautiful fall with colorful flowers and evergreen shrubs.

Black-Eyed Susan
Fall is all about beautiful colors and celebrating a change in season. The black-eyed Susan is a great native NJ plant to bring the cheer of summer into your autumn garden. These golden beauties resemble daisies, with blooms lasting well through summer and into early October. They are a reliable and hardy plant, requiring little maintenance.
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