Autumn is the perfect time to revitalize your garden with vibrant plants that will bloom and thrive throughout the year. While summer may be fading, there's still plenty of gardening to be done. From tidying up to preparing for colder months, now is the ideal time to introduce new plants that will add color and interest to your space.
Evergreen trees and shrubs to plant in September
September is an optimal time to plant evergreens. These resilient trees and shrubs, known for their year-round foliage and vibrant color, will have ample opportunity to root firmly before the scorching summer temperatures arrive.
- Euonymus and Camellia are excellent choices for evergreen shrubs to plant this autumn.
- Bay, olive, and evergreen magnolia are ideal trees to plant in your garden this autumn.
Plant cut flower seeds in September
In addition to planting trees, shrubs, and perennials, you can also sow seeds this autumn. This is a simple yet effective way to create a vibrant and pollinator-friendly garden. Consider sowing seeds for a colorful display, including:
- wildflowers,
- cornflower,
- poppies.
Salad seeds to plant in September
A variety of salad greens can be sown and grown during colder months. These not only provide fresh, delicious harvests but also add color and interest to your garden. Consider sowing seeds for the following salads:
- Pak Choi,
- Mizuna,
- Spinach,
- Giant Red Mustard.
Plant spring bulbs in September
Daffodils, hyacinths, and crocus bulbs are iconic spring flowers. To enjoy their vibrant blooms, plant them this autumn. Our garden center offers a diverse selection of spring-flowering bulbs. Planting bulbs is a rewarding experience, as you can anticipate their emergence next spring. Tulips can be planted until mid-December, so if you're busy with other autumn gardening tasks, consider planting them later. Here are some of our favorite spring bulbs that require planting in autumn:
- Daffodils
- Hyacinths
- Crocus
- Allium
- Tulips
- Muscari
- Ranunculus
- Iris
- Snowdrops
- Winter aconite
- Glory of the snow
Plant perennials in September
Perennials planted now will have ample time to establish themselves before the spring and summer seasons. For instant autumn color, consider planting established perennial pots, such as Hylotelephium spectabile (Sedum). Alternatively, plant bare-root perennials now, which will flourish and grow strong as the weather warms up next spring. Although bare-root plants may appear less visually appealing initially, they are resilient and root easily. Think of:
- Peonies
- Chrysanthemums
- Zinnias
- Phlox
- Coreopsis
- Salvia
Enhance your garden this September with a variety of plants from our selection. Visit our St. Albans garden centre and take advantage of autumn planting for a vibrant display of color next spring.
