Although many homeowners tend to handle the bulk of their garden maintenance in the spring, fall can also be the perfect time to plant certain items. In fact, autumn planting can actually help you enjoy a wider variety of items and make your springtime planting easier. Here are some of the categories that are especially well suited for this season.

3 Ideas for Autumn Plantings

Spring Bulbs

If you like to have flowers bloom in your garden during spring, plant them this fall so they have enough time to set their roots into the ground during the winter dormancy. For a colorful garden come springtime, consider planting a variety of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths.

Cool Season Vegetables

Summer isn’t the only season where you can enjoy home grown vegetables. Plants like spinach, lettuce, and radishes take to cooler soil more effectively, making fall the perfect time to plant them. Most vegetables don’t do well in frost, though, so you may want to plant these fairly early in the season. However, with a little garden maintenance, many can survive in areas that experience mild winters. 

Trees & Shrubs

For trees and shrubs to grow strong and healthy, they need time to develop their root systems. When you plant these items in the spring, they often start growing upward before their roots have fully matured. When you plant them in fall, they have time to set a strong base before that top growth sets in.

If you need any plant food or fertilizer for your fall garden maintenance, check out the selection from Nelson Plant Food in Bellville, TX. The wholesale manufacturer offers plant food to retailers, professional landscapers, and homeowners who handle their own garden maintenance. The company works with independent businesses throughout the Southwest. Learn more about their ColorStar® products or see other garden maintenance options on their website. To speak with a team member about your needs, call (979) 865-8596.