Happy Monday GPODers!
Last month we were treated to an incredibly colorful submission from Heidi Weirether in Redding, Connecticut, which showed off the incredible display of flowers that fill her garden in summer (Check that post out here: Heidi’s Flowers in Connecticut). And that was not the first time we’ve been treated to Heidi’s incredible floral showcases (Check out her previous submissions: Heidi’s Colorful Garden in Fairfield County, Peak Season in Heidi’s Garden, and Heidi’s May Garden), but today she’s already back to share how this incredible color continues even as the temperatures begin to drop and fall begins in New England.
As the golden hues of autumn begin to softly touch Redding, CT, Heidi Weirether’s September patio remains a vibrant testament to summer’s lingering charm. Heidi lovingly describes her patio as her “happy space,” a serene haven where she finds immense joy in the simple pleasures of dining amidst her flourishing flowers and the industrious buzz of pollinators. Despite summer’s gentle retreat, her annuals continue to burst forth with an undiminished array of vibrant colors, offering a delightful visual feast. Adding an extra layer of spontaneous beauty to her seasonal sanctuary, Heidi also shared the pleasant surprise of seeds casually tossed behind her barbecue blossoming into a successful and beautiful burst of cleome, zinnias, and assorted cosmos. Her patio truly embodies the spirit of “Happy Gardening!” a joyful reminder that beauty can flourish even as seasons turn.
The gardener in her element: Basking in the sun and color of her spectacular patio garden. Heather’s begonias and coleus are looking as fresh and vibrant as some of the most impressive peak season displays.
This sensational wall of color does more than create a pretty backdrop, it also separates the patio from the rest of Heather’s yard. This allows for a level of privacy and seclusion while not completely obstructing views of her equally-flower-filled beds and borders in the distance.
Heather implements the classic composition of thrill, fill, and spill to create this vibrant container display. White spider flower (Cleome houtteana, Zones 10–11 or as an annual) is a textural powerhouse and ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum, Zones 10–11 or as an annual) covers each pot with trailing foliage and flowers.
With all of those red flowers, Heather’s patio is a haven for hummingbirds.
To one side of the patio is a large planting of pink flowers that compliments all of that red. Even more spider flowers tie in the white blooms on the patio and marvelous mixed with zinnias.
Finally, a wide view of of all that color. This angle also reveals a cluster of hostas that cools down these hot plantings with lush greenery and flurries of light purple blooms. And as I mentioned above, the seating area is complete obscured by Heather’s incredible designs. Who needs hedges when you can plant up a wonderful wall of flowers?
Thank you so much for another amazing update from your garden, Heather! Your flowers are absolutely enchanting, and it’s a delight to see that color continuing into fall.
What annuals give you the best late season color in your garden? Don’t forget to take pictures of those last flowers before frost comes to put a pin in the show for this year, then consider sharing their final performance on Garden Photo of the Day! Follow the directions below to submit photos via email, or send me a DM on Instagram: @agirlherdogandtheroad.
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