The Best Shrubs to Plant for Fall Color |
Posted: April 25, 2022 |
In most areas of the United States, foliage changes in the fall are almost instantaneous. You’ll see the first hints of red, yellow, orange, and purple in the trees. But, it doesn’t last long. By November, the trees go back to their original colors. If you’re looking for an excuse to get outside and plan for the upcoming cooler season, plant an accent plant in your yard. Fall is the perfect time to plant a new shrub. They require lots of space, and will add a rich hue of color to your yard. Here are the best shrubs for fall color.
Forsythia
Forsythia is a shrub that will grow to be about 6-8 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide. It blooms in the spring, but fall is when it puts on its best show. The leaves turn yellow, orange and red which means it can handle the cold temperatures of fall.
Rhubarb
Rhubarb is a plant that can produce both fruit and leaves during the fall. Rhubarb has dark green leaves that turn a vibrant red before they fall off. The stems will also change from green to pinkish-red before they too shed their leaves.
Scarlet Oak
The Scarlet Oak is a deciduous tree that is native to the eastern United States. It’s typically found in the Appalachian Mountains and southern Canada. As the name suggests, this tree displays a vibrant red in the fall. The foliage typically turns an orange-red color and then brown as it loses its leaves.
Liquid Amber Rose Geranium
(Pelargonium x hortorum) This is a plant that has dark red, yellow, and orange flowers. It’s a low maintenance plant that’s easy to grow. The leaves are light green, and they provide excellent fall color. Liquid Amber Rose Geraniums only need to be watered every two weeks at the most. This shrub is perfect for any kind of soil type and it can grow in partial shade or full sun.
Blackhaw Hibiscus
The Blackhaw Hibiscus is a very hardy, drought tolerant shrub. It’s not picky about the soil conditions, and will grow in sun or shade. Plus, it has the most gorgeous purple-pink flowers that bloom through the fall months. Another great shrub for fall color is a blueberry holly. The leaves are vibrant shades of green that turn to shades of orange and red in the fall months. You can also plant an Indian Hawthorn if you’re looking for a little more color variety than just red or yellow in your yard. Indian Hawthorns have deep red leaves that turn a light yellow in the winter months. This shrub has bright pink blossoms that bloom in the springtime, but they also flower in the fall at varying times depending on how warm it gets outside before the first frost hits.
Golden Russula
: These shrubs get a deep red-purple color in the fall. Golden Russula shrubs are beautiful and grow well in shade.
Leyland Cypress
Leyland Cypress is a common shrub that grows in full sun and well drained soil. It’s also drought resistant, which means it will do well in your yard with minimal watering. The Leyland Cypress has green foliage that turns yellow and red in the fall. This variety of cypress can grow up to 25 feet tall, which makes it a great backdrop for many different types of yards.
Tamarix Wood Sorrel
Tamarix Wood Sorrel is a deciduous shrub that blooms yellow flowers. It’s a great plant for warmer climates, as it doesn’t tolerate cold temperatures.
Conclusion
Fall is here! Which means that it's time to start thinking about how you want to decorate your garden with some fall color. Shrubs are one of the most popular plants to plant in the fall, and they are a great way to add some interesting textures to your garden. But with so many choices, it can be hard to know which shrubs will give you the best fall colors. Here are a few of our favorites for you to try!
This article is provided by https://www.gardenbeauty.co.uk/shrubs
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