Lush farewell to summer - autumn perennial flowers
There is nothing better than watching the seasons change while enjoying the pleasant aromas of plants. Especially impressive are the autumn perennial flowers that fill the withering garden with bright colors. They seem to say: "Rejoice with us before winter, to meet again in spring." Let's take a closer look at the magnificent gift of the outgoing summer.
Colorful autumn perennial flowers for a summer residence: description and photo
Asters - a bright mosaic of shades
At all times, perennial asters attracted the attention of summer residents not only for their unpretentiousness, but also for their lush beauty. In early September, when summer flowers have lost their appeal, asters take their pride of place on the site. They are like a bright mosaic of many stars that descended from heaven to earth. When choosing autumn flowers for a flower bed, you should pay attention to several types perennial asters... Each of them has unique features worthy of the attention of flora fans.
Astra New England
The plant grows to a height of about 2 meters. Among the slender shoots and green foliage, buds bloom, the diameter of which reaches about 4-5 cm.
Often they are:
- snow-white;
- blue;
- pale pink;
- purple;
- blue.
These bright autumn flowers look wonderful in flower beds near the house or in garden plantings. Sometimes they are grown at the will of the fence to create a lush flowering hedge on the site.
Aster new belgian
The flower is a compact bushes up to 50 cm high with graceful medium-sized buds. They are painted in the same colors as the New England variety. However, with abundant flowering, they resemble living bright balls, exuding a pleasant aroma. Often the plant is used to decorate borders and create ridges on the territory of a country house.
To create a chic flower wall, it is advisable to plant the New Belgian aster variety at the foot of tall New England specimens.
Alpine perennial asters
These miniature plants grow in height from 10 to 30 cm.The buds are painted in traditional colors:
- purple;
- yellow;
- pink;
- snow-white.
Alpine asters are planted at creation of rockeries or all kinds of slides. The plant is propagated by dividing the bush in early spring. To limit the growth of flowers throughout the flower bed, they are thinned regularly. Otherwise, the asters will turn the area into a solid multi-colored carpet.
Dense flower beds often lead to powdery mildew on the leaf plates of asters. In order to prevent disease, in the summer the plant is sprayed with special preparations.
Persistent chrysanthemums meet frost with dignity
These lovely, autumn-blooming plants have gained particular popularity among many flora fans. They endure the first frosts staunchly without losing their pristine beauty. In addition, chrysanthemums are preserved for a long time in the cut, creating a pleasant atmosphere in the house. There are a huge number of species of persistent autumn beauty that grow in the summer cottages of our compatriots. Scientists have about 150 varieties that differ in the structure of the buds and the shape of the bush. Let's consider only the most popular ones.
Shrub chrysanthemums
Reflecting on what flowers bloom in the fall and are not afraid of frost, many prefer shrubby chrysanthemums. These plants grow up to 1 m in height and consist of erect shoots. The leaf plates have a split structure. During the flowering period, the bush is covered with many fragrant buds. They can be simple or double, single or collected in bouquets. The original baskets, inside of which a yellow center shines, are gradually dissolved throughout the year. It is these autumn perennial flowers planted in the country that give it a special flavor.
In areas where frosts reach 20 ° €, the crop should be transplanted into containers and brought indoors.
Chinese and korean chrysanthemums
Thanks to the painstaking work of breeders, many hybrid varieties have appeared. Some of them are considered short, others are slender giants. Chinese chrysanthemum grows up to a maximum of 100 cm. Its erect shoots are decorated with double or simple fragrant baskets of various shades. The plant withstands a sharp drop in temperature, remaining attractive until winter.
Hybrid varieties of Korean chrysanthemums differ in the following characteristics:
- plant height;
- the size of the buds;
- flowering period;
- colors.
Thanks to this, it is easy to find the right variant of flowers blooming in September from the series of Korean chrysanthemums. Popular varieties:
- Alyonushka (bright pink buds);
- Snow White (terry inflorescences);
- Artgold (dark yellow color of the petals);
- Gebe (simple flowers of a pink-yellow hue);
- Lada (pink and lilac tones);
- Summer (scarlet semi-double specimens);
- Orange sunset (light brown).
An amazing mosaic of Korean chrysanthemums at their summer cottage will give a lot of positive emotions. After all, they incessantly dissolve their buds until the new year.
Amazing decoration of a summer cottage to the delight of people
When the days get shorter and the foliage on the trees puts on a crimson outfit, it's a shame to part with summer. And no matter what flowers bloom in the fall, the main thing is that they still give people their warmth.
Dahlias
These flowers can become an amazing decoration of a flower bed. There are more than 15,000 varieties of them, which are divided into several subspecies:
- peony;
- collar;
- anemic;
- nymph;
- needle-like;
- spherical.
Although dahlias belong to perennials, in a harsh climate, the tubers are dug up and stored in a cool room. In early spring, flowers are re-planted in flower beds.
Dahlias are used to decorate garden paths and large flower arrangements set against the backdrop of green lawns.
Rudbeckia
The famous perennial autumn flowers include bright rudbeckia. Its pretty buds with a dark brown center resemble a large chamomile. True petals are colored yellow or orange. The majestic baskets are located on erect, rough shoots with elongated leaf plates. Flowers look gorgeous against the background of coniferous bushes.
rose flower
The gorgeous queen of flowers has a special place among the luxurious garden decorations. Winter-hardy roses continue to bloom even after the first frost. There are many varieties of this wonderful beauty that can satisfy any requests of summer residents.
For small front gardens, low-growing bushes with small buds are suitable. Spacious flower beds will be decorated with large inflorescences on luxurious bushes. Various shades of roses can be pleasing to the eye until winter comes.
Buzulnik
To give the autumn flowerbed a presentable look, many prefer buzulnik. Its exquisite inflorescences consist of many miniature bright yellow buds. Even in October, these flowers impress with their beauty. They belong to perennials and do not require special care.
Gelenium
Gelenium occupies a special place among autumn flowering plants. Its late, but surprisingly abundant flowering gives gardeners a true delight. Cute "daisies" are colored yellow, red or orange. The culture looks great in group beds, and as a single plant on the lawn. The flower bushes grow up to 1.5 m in height. Crohn is most often columnar.
Since helenium loves sunny places, it is grown in open areas. In the shade, it stops growing and eventually dies.
Despite the limited number of autumn perennials, many of them tirelessly decorate the sleeping garden plots. Bright buds of asters bloom in September. Frost-resistant chrysanthemums cheer up until the January cold. Exquisite dahlias, roses and rudbeckia give the flower garden a luxurious look. And gelenium and buzulnik can become a unique visiting card of a summer cottage.