8 Fall-Blooming Perennials That Will Add Color To Your Autumn Garden

Asters come in a variety of colors, including blues, purples, and pinks, offering a rich palette of hues for your autumn garden. They attract butterflies and provide a late-season feast for pollinators.

Asters

Often simply called mums, these quintessential fall flowers are available in an array of colors, from bright yellows to deep burgundies, making them a versatile choice for any garden.

Chrysanthemums

Sedum varieties, especially the autumn joy, bloom in the late summer and fall, showcasing clusters of pink, red, or yellow flowers. Their thick, succulent leaves add texture to your garden.

Sedum

Also known as sneezeweed (though not related to hay fever), Helenium blooms in vibrant oranges, reds, and yellows, echoing the classic colors of fall.

Helenium

Far from being just a weed, cultivated varieties of Goldenrod can add stunning yellow spikes to your garden, contrasting beautifully with the reds and oranges of other autumn plants.

Goldenrod

With its spires of lavender-blue flowers and silvery foliage, Russian Sage adds a soft, misty layer of color and texture to the fall landscape.

Russian Sage

For a more exotic look, the Toad Lily offers intricate, orchid-like flowers spotted in purple, pink, or white. They're perfect for shady spots that need a pop of color.

Toad Lily

Montauk Daisies provide bright white blooms with sunny yellow centers in the fall, offering a crisp, clean look among the more traditional autumn colors.

Montauk Daisy

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