Gardening pros are already shifting their focus to the season’s must-have plants.
Ahead, two garden experts share five plants they’re bookmarking for theirfall gardens.
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Melanie Rekola of Melanie Rekola Landscape Design, says.
During the springtime, it will produce flowers so you gain a long-term interest in these plants.
As autumn progresses, the husk peels back, revealing the orange berries.
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One thing to keep in mind with American Bittersweet is not to confuse it with theinvasive Oriental Bittersweet Vine.
ensure to buy this species from a reputable nursery to ensure you are planting true American bittersweet.
New England Aster
When it comes to fall bloomers, the pickings are slim.
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“Sneak it between other perennials, as it doesnt take up much width,” she says.
“Native asters are easy to grow from seed toojust sow directly in the gardenafter the first frost.”
Photo byMelanie Rekola
Photo byMelanie Rekola
Photo byMelanie Rekola
