Transplants to do now to have color even in October

Do you want a balcony or a flower garden also in the autumn? Here are the transplants to be done now to ensure color even in October, when many plants begin to lose vigor.

While summer turns to the end and the days are shortened, one might think that the time of the blooms is now finished. Still, it is right now that a precious window opens to act. With the right variety to be transplanted in Augustthe garden or balcony can remain alive and full of color until late October. The most mild temperatures help the roasting and some plants, if placed now, will give surprising blooms just when everything else begins to turn off.

There is no need to be expert gardeners: with some attention and the right choice, a result that surprises is obtained. It is worth playing in advance. Why settle for off vases, when can you still enjoy a cheerful and fragrant terrace?

Perfect flowers and plants to transplant in August

The choice of the right plants is everything. Some varieties not only survive the arrival of autumn, but it they transform into a season full of color. Among the most recommended are those that love the most mild temperatures and that begin to flourish just when others are wilted. A timeless classic? THE chrysanthemums. Despite the reputation linked to the period of the deceased, there are extremely versatile plants and rich in colored varieties: from lemon yellow to purple, passing through the rust orange. Perfect both in pots and in the ground, the chrysanthemums begin to bloom from September and resist well until November. Also interesting the asterreminiscent of small daisies in an autumn version. Their purple, blue or pink shades give a delicate but lively touch to any corner of the garden.

Not to be underestimated then the hypocrisydecorative foliage plants. Their leaves, ranging from green lime to Bordeaux red, become even more intense with the drop in temperatures. They are ideal for borders or for creating chromatic contrasts. And for those who love vase plants? The pansy They are a certainty. Resistant, they bloom for a long time and endure the first colds well. The secret is to transplant them now, when the ground is still hot and promotes roasting.

The winning combinations for a “wow” effect

Creating a mix of different colors and heights can really make the difference. A few precautions is enough to transform even the smallest of the balconies into a surprising space. Sometimes, just move a vase or add an unexpected chromatic contrast to totally change the atmosphere. The important thing is not to fear bold combinations: it is precisely those that give character and personality.

Here are some effective combination:

• Crisanti yellow + aster purple: strong but harmonious chromatic contrast.
• Dark red Heuchere + purple of lilac thought: an elegant and refined mix.
• Ornamental cabbage + cyclamen: perfect for those who love a more structured effect.
• Erica + Sedum: excellent pair for low pots and autumn centerpiece bowls.

The arrangement also has its weight. A simple but useful rule is to plant “scale”: higher variety behind, the lower ones in front. So you avoid hiding the blooms and a fuller effect is obtained.

Who loves to dare can add some resistant aromatic plantlike rosemary or lemon thyme: beautiful to see, scented and also useful in the kitchen.

How to take care of it: tips for a long and color -full flowering in autumn

It is not enough to plant: to obtain lasting results you need some attention, especially in the first weeks after the transplant.

The first aspect not to be overlooked is theirrigation. August can still be very hot, so the newly transplanted plants must be watered regularly, but without exaggerating. The ground must remain humid, not soaked.

Better to transplant in the late afternoon, when the sun no longer beats. In this way the stress is reduced to the plant and the roasting is promoted.

Once arranged, it is better Add a layer of mulch (with bark or straw) to maintain humidity and protect the roots from thermal changes.

Finally, a slow transfer fertilizer can give an extra push, but without exaggerating: better little and constant, than too much together.

Those who love to observe the changes in their garden will love to see how these plants evolve week after week. And when, in October, everything around seem a little turned off, they will still be able to give color and surprise.

Preparing now is the key to a more beautiful autumn.

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