Fall Gardening

Now that the weather is cooler, many gardeners face a familiar challenge: keeping hungry deer from turning their landscape into a late-night snack. Luckily, there are plenty of beautiful deer-resistant plants that thrive in fall and add lasting color, texture, and structure to your garden.Here are five standout choices to plant now for a landscape that looks stunning through the season and beyond, no deer buffet required.

Just because the temperatures are dropping doesn’t mean your time in the garden is over. In fact, fall might be one of the best times to get your hands dirty. The cooler weather, warm soil, and fewer pests make it easier for plants to settle in and get established before winter. Come spring, your garden will be ready to put on a show.Here’s how to make the most of your fall planting:

Pansies are one of the most versatile cool-season plants, bringing color and personality to your porch, patio, or balcony. Their wide range of hues and patterns makes them ideal for creating eye-catching container displays that feel curated and lively. But to make your containers truly stand out, it helps to combine thoughtful design with smart plant care. Here are 5 ways to elevate your containers with pansies, along with care tips that keep your arrangements healthy and thriving.

As the summer heat begins to fade, fall offers gardeners a fresh opportunity to bring vibrant color and texture back into their landscapes. Now it’s the perfect season to refresh garden beds, containers, and porches with plants that thrive this time of year. 

When fall arrives, one plant takes center stage: mums! With their bold colors, long-lasting blooms, and versatility, mums are the perfect way to dress up your porch and welcome the season. If you’re aiming for a classic autumn look, or even something a little more creative, mums can be styled in endless ways to make your entryway stand out.Here’s how to create stunning fall mum arrangements for your porch:

While we’re waiting on the first cool breeze and trading iced tea for hot cider, fall planting season is here, and it starts with cole crops. These cool-weather vegetables are the secret to stretching your harvest well past summer and filling your table with hearty, homegrown suppers once the seasons finally change.

As the crisp fall air settles in and temperatures start to dip, your garden needs a little extra love to transition smoothly into the cooler months. Prepping now will ensure your plants stay healthy through the rest of the year and into the next so that your garden is ready to thrive come spring. Here’s your ultimate fall checklist for a smooth seasonal switch!

What most people don’t know (but now you do) is that fall bulbs are the key to a vibrant spring garden. They offer a burst of color when most of your other plants aren’t ready to bloom yet. But, the secret is, you need to plant your fall bulbs now for spring blooms, otherwise, you may miss out on enjoying the very first spring blooms of the year. This blog will cover everything you need to know about fall bulbs from choosing your favorites to getting them in the ground. Let’s dig in!

It’s October, which means it’s finally the time of the year for pansies! These vibrant, cool-weather flowers offer an incredible range of colors, making them the perfect choice to keep your garden lively throughout the fall and even into early winter. Designing a fall garden with pansies is not only easy but also a delightful way to extend the beauty of your outdoor space. Let’s dive into how you can create a stunning fall garden with pansies:

What better way to celebrate the fall season than with a cocktail? This season, we’re serving up three garden container recipes inspired by delicious fall drinks that are sure to add a splash of creativity to your outdoor (or indoor) spaces. So, grab your gardening gloves, a cozy sweater, and let’s raise a glass to fall with these seasonal cocktail-inspired containers. Cheers!