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Time to plant almost anything.
Fall is the ideal time to plant almost everything! With the leaves turning vibrant shades of orange and gold, now’s the perfect moment to give your plants a head start. Planting in the fall gives your greenery an edge come spring, when they burst forth with fresh foliage and colorful blooms!
Autumn is not just for pumpkin spice lattes; it’s also a fantastic time to evaluate your landscape! Take a stroll through your garden and see what survived the summer’s heat. If any plants need replacing, there’s no time like the present. Nurseries are bursting with beautiful options, just waiting to add some seasonal charm to your space.
If you don't have good roots, your plant won't survive.
Planting in the fall lets roots cozy up to their new home before winter’s chill or summer’s heat sets in. Most plants are letting go of their foliage for the season and can focus their energy on growing strong, healthy roots. By spring, those roots will be ready to take in all the nutrients and moisture your plants need to flourish!
Let’s face it—transplanting can be stressful for our plant pals. But fear not! Fall rains and cooler temperatures mean fewer stressors for our green friends. Instead of scrambling to survive, your plants can put their energy into establishing a solid root system and making themselves at home.
As the days get shorter, weeds are going dormant, and pests are preparing for their winter nap. Now your plants can bask in the sun without having to compete for nutrients and space. Less competition means healthier plants—talk about a win-win!
Now is a good time to plant your bulbs.
With the heat of summer behind us, gardening in the fall becomes a delightful experience. There’s nothing quite like digging in the dirt with a cool breeze on your back and leaves crunching underfoot. Who wants to plant in 100-degree weather? Not us!
Once you’ve got your new plants in the ground, here are a few festive tips to help them thrive:
Water your new plants daily for the first two weeks. Think of it as a hydration party for their roots! After two weeks, you can start stretching out the time between watering until you’re at a comfy once or twice a week. Most plants need about an inch of water a week under their drip line for optimal growing conditions.
Apply three inches of mulch to give your plants a warm, protective cover. Mulch helps keep soil temperatures steady, retains moisture, and prevents weeds from crashing the party. Plus, it keeps soil-borne diseases at bay, so your plants can stay healthy and happy!
While it’s tempting to give your plants a little extra love with fertilizer, hold off during their first fall in the ground. Fertilizer can burn those delicate root hairs and encourage tender foliage that might not handle frost well. It’s better to wait until the spring growing season to feed your garden.
At Royal Creations Architectural Landscaping, we’re here to help you celebrate the season! Whether you need to replace some sad plants or you’re dreaming of a whole new garden design, we’ve got your back. Schedule a consultation soon—before our calendar fills up faster than a pumpkin patch on a Saturday!
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