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DESIGN 101
Top 10 Fall Planter Ideas
1. Add Cheer With Bright Mums
Mums are one of the most popular fall flowers, and it’s not hard to understand the appeal. These hardy plants can tough out cool weather until the first frost or even beyond if covered properly. They’re also low-maintenance, making them ideal for beginners and people with busy schedules.
Choose mums with bold and eye-catching colors for your fall planters. These flowers come in various colors, including pink, purple, red, and yellow. Fill each planter with a single color for a classic and cohesive look, or mix and match complementary colors for a vibrant display.
2. Enjoy Yummy Autumn Herbs
Transform your planters into an edible garden by planting seasonal herbs that thrive in cooler temperatures. Consider planting herbs that are often used together in one large container. For example, you could mix parsley, sage, and thyme so they're close at hand when you're cooking up classic autumn recipes.
The beginning of fall marks the arrival of cooler temperatures and seasonal changes. You may have noticed the leaves changing and the summer flowers fading. But that doesn’t mean you must wait until spring to enjoy vibrant plant life. There are plenty of ways to refresh your planters with lively new arrangements. Our fall planter ideas will help you design the perfect seasonal display and bring the beauty of autumn to your home.
3. Accent With Colorful Gourds
Bright pumpkins and other gourds have become a staple of fall home decor. Incorporate these colorful fruits into your planters for a festive autumn look. Try grouping two or three small gourds around the planter’s base as cute accessories. You can also tuck a small gourd inside the pot so it peeps out from among the leaves and flowers. These simple displays add charm and unexpected textures to traditional planter arrangements.
4. Choose a Festive Container
Elevate your fall planter by picking a container that captures the season’s spirit. Here are a few creative fall planter box ideas:
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Repurpose an old birdbath by planting it with orange and red flowers like mums and pansies.
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or an environmentally friendly display, cut the top off a large pumpkin and hollow out the inside. Fill the shell with soil and plant mums, pansies, and other seasonal flowers.
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A terracotta pot’s warm hues will brighten your home on dreary fall days. Plant pink and red flowers inside for a complementary display, or create contrast with dark green herbs like parsley.
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A terracotta pot’s warm hues will brighten your home on dreary fall days. Plant pink and red flowers inside for a complementary display, or create contrast with dark green herbs like parsley.
5. Incorporate Seasonal Decorations
Decorate your fall planters with seasonal accents for extra festiveness and visual variety. These decorations could include:
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Dried flowers and leaves
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Fall-themed garden gnomes
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Halloween bows or flags
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Miniature gourds
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Pinecones
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String lights
For example, you could transform your garden into a whimsical village by having miniature garden gnomes peer out of your planters.
6. Group Plants of Different Heights
Create a visually engaging display by mixing plants of different heights. This approach allows each species to stand out so the viewer can appreciate the different colors and textures. Here are a few eye-catching fall planting ideas to achieve this layered look:
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Low fall plants: Coral bells, mums, pansies
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Medium fall plants: Blue fescue, celosia, kale
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Tall fall plants: Fountain grass, ornamental millet, sedge, switchgrass
7. Moody Decor
Autumn brings grayer skies and longer nights. Embrace this side of the season with a dark and moody planter. Fill your container with black and purple plants that evoke the night sky, such as:
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Black rose succulent
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Black velvet petunia
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Fall aster
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Lavender
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Purple kale
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Purple mums
8. Update Your Decor
Keep your planters fresh and relevant all season by swapping out your decorations for every holiday. For instance, you can add miniature American flags to your containers for Labor Day. In October, switch out these patriotic decorations for gourds and tie Halloween ribbons around your planters. Finally, as Thanksgiving approaches, you can add seasonal flags, maize, and other decorations.
9. Coordinate Your Planters With Your Front Door
Match your planters with your front door decor to create a cohesive and inviting entryway. Say, for example, you hang a fall-themed wreath on your front door with colorful leaves and dried sunflowers. Complement this look by filling your front door planters with similar hues and textures.
10. Illuminate Your Planters
Don’t let the short fall days cut into your time enjoying your plants. Add soft lighting to the planters to admire them in the evening. Consider looping warm fairy lights above or around the pops for a fantastical glow. You could also add electric candles or lamps to the center of the planters for a beautiful and safe evening display.
Embrace the Changing Seasons
The beautiful autumn leaves and the arrival of the holidays offer countless sources of inspiration for your outdoor space. Try out our creative fall planting ideas to spruce up your home and make the most of this exciting season. You can also explore our fall home decor for cozy autumnal accessories that will help you set the perfect mood inside and outside.