October 19, 2009
Spectacular Colours Bloom in Autumn Gardens
Did you know that your garden can be just as beautiful in the autumn as it is in the summer? A little strategic planting can produce exceptional colours, textures and even aromas. Japanese maples, sumacs and ornamental grasses all provide extraordinary colours along with intriguing textures during the fall. Japanese anemones bloom during the cooler months. Some people swear the unmistakable aroma of cotton candy emanates from the Katsura tree at this time of year. Many people like to decorate outdoors with containers, which in addition to fall mums might include cabbages, kale, grasses and asters. With trees and shrubs on sale at garden centres, autumn is a great time to buy a few new pieces and put them in while the soil is still relatively warm. And, don’t forget to plant your bulbs!
