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Photo: Brian Hagiwara/Getty ImagesThe shift from summer to cooler temperatures can be challenging. Beach and pool outings wind down, daylight hours shrink, and much of the lush greenery begins to fade. Yet, as autumn approaches, there are still plenty of fall blooms to enjoy. Many flowers either begin their bloom in fall or have extended growing seasons that stretch from mid-summer into autumn. These seasonal blooms can bring joy to your days and add charm to your home's exterior.
Although planting these flowers from seed might no longer be an option, you can still purchase mature plants from a nearby nursery to plant in your garden before the first frost. Alternatively, consider container plants to spruce up your front porch.
1. Yarrow
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2. Aster
Albert Fertl/Getty ImagesWhile many summer blooms begin to fade, asters reach their peak flowering season. These charming, daisy-like blossoms, commonly seen in soothing hues of purple and blue, flourish from August to October. Additionally, these flowers are a magnet for butterflies, bringing a burst of pollinator activity to your garden before winter arrives.
3. Goldenrods
Brian Hagiwara/Getty ImagesGoldenrods, another plant beloved by butterflies, display clusters of small, vibrant yellow flowers at the top of each stem. Blooming from late summer through early fall, these hardy plants are both deer- and drought-resistant, ensuring months of low-maintenance beauty.
4. Black-Eyed Susans
Dorte Fjalland/Getty ImagesAdd a splash of yellow to your garden with the widely adored wildflower, black-eyed Susans. These blooms typically appear from early summer to fall, with certain varieties extending their display well into autumn. As self-seeding plants, they return year after year, offering effortless renewal. (Black-eyed Susans also grace the backyard of this year's Mytour Home.)
5. Chrysanthemums
DEV IMAGES/Getty ImagesChrysanthemums, a beloved symbol of autumn, are widely recognized and cherished. These fall-flowering plants showcase a stunning spectrum of colors, ranging from rich reds to soft pinks, making them ideal for container gardening. Although often treated as annuals, mums are actually perennials, thriving in USDA gardening zones 5 through 9. This means they can endure winter in approximately half of the U.S. states. Be sure to keep these vibrant blooms, as they can bring joy to your garden for many autumns to come.
