It’s finally September! Although it’s still as hot as can be in my neck of the woods, I think now is a perfectly reasonable time to start decorating for fall! At the end of the month, I’m hosting a DIY Fall Wreath craft class for all of my friends. Everyone is coming over for a delicious dinner (I’m thinking homemade chili) and afterward we’ll learn how to make our own fall wreaths! I have an elaborate flower garden (complete with gorgeous fall-blooming foliage) and I plan on providing cut flowers for my guests to work with for their fall wreaths. While our fall wreaths will only be used for one season, I think real flowers provide an incredible touch that faux flowers just can’t come close to. If you plan ahead, you can make a wreath out of fresh flowers for fall, spring, and summer!
Just in case I’ve inspired you to have your own fall wreaths craft night, keep these stunning flowers in mind for your designs! Most of them are easy to grow, and maintain, too!
Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemums (also known as Garden Mums) are known for their bright, decorative blooms that captivate come fall. These fall flowers come in a variety of colors like red, white, pink, orange, or peach. Though their blooms are typically gigantic you can grow a “mini” variety that only reaches a few inches in diameter in containers. No fall wreath of mine is complete without a Chrysanthemum or two!
Goldenrod
In some areas, Goldenrod is considered a weed, but that doesn’t stop me from absolutely loving it! Goldenrod plants (or weeds, whichever you prefer) love well-drained slightly acidic garden soil and areas of full sun or partial shade. You can trim these with a basic set of gardening shears to add a nice accent to your DIY fall wreath.
Celosia
Red, yellow, white, or crimson Celosia plants should be started in the spring for gorgeous fall blooms–they really do take that long! Celosia plants love a nutrient-rich soil so be sure to add a layer or two of compost to promote growth. Keep soil moist and expect to see blooms at the end of summer or early fall!
These blooms are huge–just like Chrysanthemums. These are a must on a fall wreath of ANY kind!
Helenium
Ask any gardener and they’ll tell you that Helenium is one of the best flowers around for gorgeous fall color! Heleniums are great if water is scarce in your area because they actually LIKE periods of dry soil. However, gardeners should make sure that Helenium flowers are only kept dry for short periods of time..they prefer moist soil! Remove the stems and use flower blooms as an accent on your fall wreath.
Heliopsis
Also known as “false sunflower,” this bright beauty is the perfect addition to any flower garden or front porch. Heliopsis plants grow best in zones 3-9 and should be grown in an area of the garden that receives at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day. They’ll grow in areas with less, but you’ll notice a decrease in the number of blooms. For best fall color, plant in late Spring.
Beauty Berry
Beauty Berry is one of my favorite fall flowers featured on this list. Though it isn’t really a flower, the unique color of their berries is absolutely to die for! Though it doesn’t need fertilizer, Beauty Berry doesn’t grow well in nutrient-poor soil. Gardeners should be sure to add a few layers of compost to get the most out of their plant. The berries should not be eaten but feel free to decorate to your heart’s content with a few stems of them!
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