If you are looking for some ideas on what flowers to plant in September, you are in luck. Many beautiful and colorful options will brighten up your garden in the fall and beyond. Whether you want to sow seeds, plant bulbs, or add some perennials, here are some of the best flowers to plant in September.
Chrysanthemums
Chrysanthemums are perennials that are best planted in early fall. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, and they can bloom until the first frost. Chrysanthemums prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and they need to be watered regularly. You can also pinch back the stems in early summer to encourage more branching and flowering. Chrysanthemums are great for adding color and texture to your borders, containers, or cut flower arrangements.
Chamomile
Chamomile is a herb that has many benefits, both for your garden and for your health. Chamomile flowers are small, white, and daisy-like, with a sweet apple-like scent. They attract beneficial insects, such as bees and ladybugs, and they can also be used to make tea, which has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile seeds can be sown directly in the ground in September, or you can transplant seedlings or divisions. Chamomile likes full sun or partial shade, and moist but well-drained soil.
Asters
Asters are another perennial that can add a splash of color to your fall garden. Asters have star-shaped flowers that range from white to pink, purple, or blue. They bloom from late summer to early winter, and they attract butterflies and bees. Asters need to be watered consistently, especially during dry spells, and they also benefit from regular deadheading. Asters can be planted in full sun or partial shade, and they prefer rich and loamy soil.
Peonies
Peonies are one of the most popular flowers for spring gardens, but they do better when planted in the fall. Peonies have large, fragrant, and showy flowers that come in various colors, such as white, pink, red, or yellow. They also have attractive foliage that turns red or bronze in the fall. Peonies need full sun and well-drained soil, and they should be planted about 2 inches deep and 3 feet apart. Peonies are long-lived and low-maintenance plants that will reward you with stunning blooms for years to come.
Zinnias
Zinnias are annuals that come in various colors, shapes, and sizes. They are easy to grow from seed, and they can flower from summer to frost. Zinnias are excellent for adding color and cheer to your garden, as well as attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Zinnias like full sun and well-drained soil, and they need to be watered regularly. You can also deadhead them to prolong their flowering period. Zinnias are perfect for borders, containers, or cut flower bouquets.
Nectaroscordum
Nectaroscordum is a type of allium that has unusual and elegant flowers. Nectaroscordum produces umbrellas of pale cream blooms that are flushed with pink and have green tips. They grow on tall stems that can reach up to 4 feet high, and they continue to look attractive even after the flowers fade, forming arrow-head seed pods that grow upright. Nectaroscordum bulbs should be planted in September, about 4 inches deep and 8 inches apart. They prefer full sun or partial shade, and well-drained soil.
Red hot pokers
Red hot pokers are also known as kniphofia or torch lilies. They have striking flowers that resemble flames or pokers, with colors ranging from red to orange, yellow, or green. They bloom from late summer to early fall, adding some heat and drama to your garden. Red hot pokers need full sun and well-drained soil, and they should be planted about 18 inches apart. They are drought-tolerant once established, but they may need some protection from frost in colder regions.
Scabious ‘Black Cat’
Scabious ‘Black Cat’ is a variety of scabiosa that has dark purple flowers with contrasting white stamens. They look like mini pin cushions, and they have a long flowering season from June to October. Scabious ‘Black Cat’ is ideal for attracting bees and butterflies, as well as adding some contrast and interest to your garden. Scabious seeds can be sown directly in the ground in September, or you can transplant seedlings or divisions. Scabious likes full sun or partial shade, and moist but well-drained soil.
Cyclamen
Cyclamen are charming flowers that have heart-shaped leaves and nodding flowers that come in white, pink, red, or purple. They are often grown as houseplants, but they can also be planted outdoors in shady areas. Cyclamen bulbs or tubers should be planted in September, about 2 inches deep and 6 inches apart. They prefer cool and moist conditions, and they can tolerate some frost. Cyclamen can provide some color and fragrance to your garden from fall to spring.
Anemones
Anemones are also known as windflowers because they sway gracefully in the breeze. They have delicate flowers that come in various colors, such as white, blue, pink, or red. They bloom from late summer to early winter, and they can create a carpet of color in your garden. Anemones bulbs or rhizomes should be planted in September, about 3 inches deep and 9 inches apart. They like full sun or partial shade, and well-drained soil.
These are some of the best flowers to plant in September, but there are many more to choose from. You can also plant other spring bulbs, such as daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, crocuses, or other perennials, such as echinacea, rudbeckia, hellebores, or sedums. Whatever you choose, you can enjoy a beautiful and colorful garden in the fall and beyond.
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