Autumn produces some of the most dramatic colors you'll see all season. Start planting now for a future of fabulous hues.
- When selecting your colors, bear in mind what goes behind them. So if you have a bright yellow house, a sugar maple with its fiery autumn leaves might make too strong a statement. A cooler background color to brights makes a fine impression.
- Brilliant fall foliage colors include red, yellow and orange, but you can also pick up notes of purple, such as in an oak leave hydrangea.
- It's not just about the leaves. Think about berries and what a vivid impact they can make all autumn into winter (if the birds leave them alone that long!)
- Holly shrubs, American beauty berry and crabapple are popular choices for fall color.
And don't forget about ornamental grasses, such as purple fountain grass, prairie switch grass or Japanese blood grass can make a stunning statement in your yard in the fall.GLT's Grow is your source for sage gardening advice and down-to-earth tips. Host Patrick Murphy and co-host Laura Kennedy are ready to take on all your gardening questions, so submit yours today.
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