I always notice how bare the garden looks once summer color starts fading. Before the first frost, this Publix pick brings rich fall color to pots, beds, or the front step.
1. Pelee Mums Potted Plant
Pelee Mums bring rust, gold, and burgundy color to front steps, containers, or garden beds when summer flowers are fading. The 6.5-inch pot is easy to place outdoors for a seasonal display that can hold up until frost.
Standout Features: The vibrant, daisy-like blooms grow in a compact mounding form, so the plant looks full without demanding much room. Its autumn palette also works naturally with pumpkins and other porch decorations.
Best For: Choose one for an easy spot of color near an entryway or tuck several into a fall garden bed. Proper sun and regular watering help the blooms last.
Parting Thoughts: For classic fall color with minimal fuss, this is the Publix garden pick I’d bring home.