Why Fall is a Better Time to Plant

Fall is a great time to plant many types of shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses. Getting your plants in the ground in fall can pay huge dividends in spring and throughout the next year. Here are some tips and important considerations for why you should consider putting new plants in the ground in fall:

1. Getting ahead for spring growth: Fall planting gives your new plants and garden a head start. When spring arrives, your plants will already be established and ready to burst with dynamic new growth and blooms.

2. Warm soil encourages root growth: As air temperatures drop, the soil remains warm in the fall, providing ideal conditions for strong root development before winter dormancy.

3. Plants focus on root development: Before going dormant, plants focus on root development rather than top growth. Fall planting gives new plants an ideal window to develop stronger root growth, which helps them become well-established and be more resilient.

4. Cooler Temperatures reduce stress: The cooler fall air is less stressful on new plants than the heat of the summer, helping them establish without the risk of heat damage, or wilting.

5. Fewer pests and diseases: Many garden pests and plant diseases become less active in the fall, reducing the risk of damage to new plantings during their vulnerable establishment period.

6. Less competition from weeds: Weeds grow more slowly in the fall, which allows newly planted shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses to establish themselves with less competition for water and nutrients.

7. Better for gardeners: Fall planting allows you to take advantage of a quieter time in the garden calendar, spreading out the workload and setting yourself up for success in spring.

8. Reduced transplant shock: The continual reduction of sunlight allows plants to settle in without the stress of heat or excessive top growth demands, which makes fall a great time to put plants in the ground.

9. Optimal moisture conditions: Fall typically brings more rainfall, making it easier to maintain consistent soil moisture levels for new plantings, which is crucial for their successful establishment.

10. Ideal access to plants: Fall is a great time to order your plants and have them shipped. The seasonal availability tends to be good, and the cooler temperatures allow for us to safely ship your plants right to your door. We hope that you will come take a look at our fantastic assortment of plants.

We love helping customers get great plants in fall so that they can better achieve success with their garden endeavors. Please let us know if we can help with an order for your garden or landscape aspirations!