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With cooler temperatures and a return of rains, early fall often brings a wave of fresh flowers to the garden. We're planning a visit to the garden center this weekend; it's the ideal time to discover fall-blooming shrubs and perennials that we may have missed in the spring.

Our reblooming gardenia varieties continue to bloom flagrantly; we're also drawn to hummingbird magnets that bloom through winter in frost-free areas. This sizzling plant combo, features late-season blooming tecomas, Fire Chief™ Arborvitae and 'Orange Rocket' Barberry.

Hardy shrubs, like our compact nandinas, also add winter color when summer annuals fade, with brilliant hues from the wine-red foliage of Obsession™ to the fiery winter coat of Blush Pink™.

Plants may still look pretty, but is it a good idea to plant in fall? Pros unanimously agree: Yes. Fall is a time of rejuvenation in the garden; cooler air reduces plant stress and is ideal for root growth (as long as temps are above 40!) Then when spring comes, your new plants can focus on growing and blooming, not setting roots, and will be more established before the heat returns. 

Find more tips on fall planting and how to care for these new plant babies in our blog.