After the summer vacations, it’s time to think about the plants you can plant in your garden in September. In fact, September is the month to plant new plant species that will bring color and life to your outdoors.
In this article, we invite you to discover a selection of superb shrubs and pretty flowers that require no special maintenance throughout the year. So it’s a pleasure to be able to enjoy beautiful plantings effortlessly.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a novice, our choice of plants will seduce you with their charm and simplicity.
Evergreen shrubs
Among the plants to plant in September, it’s a good idea to look at evergreen shrubs.
Evergreen shrubs retain their leaves throughout the year. They add structure and visual appeal to your garden. Here are a few species to think about:
- Laurel (Viburnum tinus): a shrub with a compact, rounded habit much appreciated for its pretty, slightly pinkish white flowers, which appear from autumn to spring. Tin laurel is cold-hardy and tolerates pruning well, making it a good choice for a hedge or bed.
- Photinia (Photinia x fraseri): has flamboyant red foliage in spring. This shrub is a must for adding color to your garden. Easy to live with, it loves both sun and shade. This shrub does not require regular pruning.
- Eleagnus (Elaeagnus x ebbingei): this shrub has dark-green, silvery foliage. It is interesting for its ability to adapt to all types of soil and exposure. Highly resistant to disease and parasites.
- Holly (Ilex aquifolium): Holly is an emblematic shrub for the festive season. It has prickly leaves and red berries. Extremely hardy, it stands up well to pruning and is perfect for defensive hedges or topiaries.
Ornamental grasses
Ornamental grasses are plants with long, supple stems and wispy inflorescences that lend a great deal of natural charm to a garden. September is a good time to plant these beautiful grasses.
- Stipa (Stipa tenuissima): elegant and light, with long, slender stems that sway in the wind. This plant is appreciated for its simplicity and ease of maintenance. It is drought-resistant and adapts well to all types of soil.
- Miscanthus (Miscanthus sinensis): large, arching leaves and feathery spikes. Miscanthus is a majestic grass that adds height and structure to your garden. Highly resistant to the cold, this plant requires no pruning.
- Fescue (Festuca glauca): a small grass with bluish foliage that adds a touch of color to your garden. Highly resistant to drought, it adapts well to all types of soil.
- Pennisetum (Pennisetum alopecuroides): this grass with downy spikes and long, arching stems is much appreciated for its decorative appearance and ease of maintenance. Ideal for low-maintenance gardens.
Perennials and bulbs
In September, it’s time to start thinking about autumn blooms. These will bring life and color to your garden as other plants begin to prepare for winter. Among the perennials and bulbs to plant in September, here are a few examples:
Asters (Aster spp.):(Article photo), these pretty star-shaped flowers offer a range of bright colors (pink, purple, blue, white). These plants are ideal for bringing a touch of gaiety to the garden in autumn. Asters are highly resistant to disease and pests.
Colchicum (Colchicum autumnale): these crocus-shaped flowers in shades of purple and lilac are a spectacular sight in autumn. These plants are resistant to disease and pests.
Cyclamens (Cyclamen spp.): these plants with their delicate flowers and marbled leaves are perfect for bringing elegance to the garden in autumn. Cyclamens are highly resistant to disease and pests.
Japanese anemones (Anemone hupehensis): these flowers feature delicate petals and bright colors (pink, white). They are ideal for bringing a touch of lightness to the garden in autumn. Japanese anemones are also highly resistant to disease and pests.
Fruit trees
Let’s not forget fruit trees, which offer the pleasure of harvesting delicious fruit and/or berries all year round.
Here are a few species to plant in September for a maintenance-free orchard:
- Apple tree (Malus domestica): an emblematic tree, with pretty white or pink flowers in spring and tasty fruit in autumn. Highly resistant to disease and pests.
- Pear tree (Pyrus communis): with its white flowers in spring and juicy fruit in autumn, the pear tree is resistant to disease and pests.
- Raspberry (Rubus idaeus): this plant with its long, thorny stems and delicious red fruit is perfect for adding a touch of deliciousness to your garden. Raspberry is highly resistant to disease and pests.
- Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum): this shrub with clusters of tasty black berries is ideal for making jams, syrups and liqueurs. Blackcurrant is highly resistant to disease and pests.
- Gooseberry (Ribes rubrum): this shrub with its clusters of tart red berries is perfect for adding a touch of color and flavor to your garden. It is highly resistant to disease and pests.
- Grapevine (Vitis vinifera): for lovers of wine and fresh grapes, the grapevine is an essential choice. Highly resistant to disease and parasites, it requires little maintenance.
A low-maintenance garden doesn’t mean a garden without life and beauty. On the contrary, by choosing the right species to plant in September, you can enjoy a garden bursting with color and flavor all year round. Evergreen shrubs, ornamental grasses, perennials and bulbs, as well as fruit trees and berries, are all good choices for your garden.
Let yourself be seduced by these pretty flowers and superb shrubs to adopt in September for a carefree and, above all, maintenance-free garden!
