Why Reduce Watering in Fall and Winter

When it comes to first impressions, a healthy and robust garden is critical to judging how grand a home is! The classic boxwood shrub leads the way in creative landscaping ideas that indisputably boost curb appeal and lend structure and flair to any space. Let’s explore!

While most fade as fall ends, we handpick hardy flowers that blossom and fill your winter garden with mesmerizing hues even as the mercury drops to freezing levels! With some autumn planting, your garden will enjoy beautiful blooms from fall through winter. So don’t wait; grab your tools and get digging!

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Fiddle-leaf fig plants (Ficus lyrata) are loved for their large, green, glossy foliage, which makes them beautiful houseplants. However, caring for this plant can sometimes be tricky, mainly in fall and around the onset of winter when many gardeners notice their plant starts dropping leaves.

Known by various names like the Silver Dust and the Silver Ragwort, the Dusty Miller (Jacobaea maritima) is a go-to plant for gardeners as it fits into any flower garden, regardless of the color scheme.

Chrysanthemums or mums are a must-have for autumn décor. They are perfect for pairing with pumpkins and gourds, and steal the spotlight with an explosion of blooms in fiery red, orange, and yellow hues that echo the autumn foliage. You’ll also find vibrant pink, lavender, and even white mums to dress up containers and gardens. Mums are easy to care for but require regular watering to keep them flowering for many weeks. How much water plants need and how often you should water mums varies depending on where the plant is growing. Follow these simple tips to determine when to water mums and keep them looking their best all season.

Succulents are unique, low-maintenance plants that can grow in the harshest of conditions. But along with these structural characteristics, do they also catch the eye with intriguing colors? Yes! There are Succulents for Fall and Winter Colors that display their artistic touch even in the second half of the year!

Hostas are perennials that can be planted across borders and inside containers. They are grown for their attractive foliage. But none of the varieties can tolerate full sun. They preferred shaded spots and moisture. If you want hosta like foliage in your outdoor garden, check out these full-sun hosta alternatives.

When you picture the perfect fall-styled front porch, it’s safe to assume there are a few staples: a few pumpkins, gourds, and some potted mums.

Boxwood (Buxus) are slow-growing shrubs that lend year-round evergreen symmetry and structure to a space. Popular as hedges and topiaries, poor practices like over-shearing have made it unviable and vulnerable to disease. Here are the best alternatives to the quintessential boxwood, which is likely more manageable and natural to your setting!

Looking for something unusual to grow in the garden? Look no further than chocolate cosmos, a tuberous perennial with velvety blooms and a decadent fragrance. With showy wine-red blossoms that perfume the garden with the distinctive aromas of chocolate and vanilla from mid-summer through fall, chocolate cosmos entices butterflies and curious gardeners alike. The blooms make fragrant cutting for the vase and plants perform beautifully in containers, where their scent can be enjoyed on patios and balconies. Bring the beauty and aroma of chocolate cosmos to your own garden by learning how to grow and care for these unique bloomers.

While there are many ways to keep your home smelling fresh and clean, this little trick is an easy way to help your home smell nicer and deter pests all at once.