Which flowers bloom in autumn and the loveliest decorating ideas
Autumn has a magic all its own. When the leaves begin to change colour, flowers in warm tones - copper, burgundy, orange - truly come into their own.
Autumn flowers have a character all their own. Their colours are richer, and they are often sturdier and longer-lasting than summer flowers. In Austria, the autumn flower season begins in early September and lasts until the end of November, when frost brings the last dahlias to an end.
Autumn is also the season of major feast and remembrance days: Harvest Festival, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day. For florists, November is one of the busiest months of the year - demand for wreaths, arrangements, and grave decorations is enormous.
The most popular autumn flowers
- Chrysanthemums - The classic autumn flower. In Austria, they are closely associated with All Saints' Day, but in cheerful colours they are also perfect for the dining table. Extremely long-lasting - up to three weeks in a vase.
- Dahlias - They flower until the first frost. September and October are their peak months. This is when they are at their most affordable and freshest.
- Asters - The stars of autumn. In violet, pink, white, and blue. Autumn asters bloom well into November.
- Rose hips - Not flowers, but the bright red fruit of the wild rose. Perfect as decoration in autumn bouquets.
- Japanese anemones - Delicate, elegant flowers on long stems. They bloom in the garden from August to October.
Autumn decorations with flowers
Autumn offers an incredible abundance of natural materials for decoration. Combine flowers with autumn leaves, pumpkins, chestnuts, and moss, and you can create arrangements that cost next to nothing yet look spectacular.
Table arrangement: A flat plate, a little moss, three to five short-cut chrysanthemums, a few rose hips, and ornamental apples. Done in five minutes.
Door wreath: Wrap a straw wreath base with hydrangeas (dried), eucalyptus, and rose hips. It lasts all autumn.
Pumpkin vase: Hollow out a small pumpkin, place a glass of water inside, and arrange dahlias or chrysanthemums in it. It looks stunning and takes just three minutes.
All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day
On November 1 (All Saints' Day) and November 2 (All Souls' Day), millions of people in Austria visit cemeteries. The traditional flowers for the occasion:
- Chrysanthemums - In pots or as an arrangement. Yellow, white and burgundy are the classic colors.
- Funeral wreaths - Made from fir, moss or twigs, with flowers and ribbons.
- Grave arrangements - Elongated or round, with chrysanthemums, carnations and greenery.
Tip: Order All Saints' Day flowers early. In the last week of October, chrysanthemums and funeral floristry are in extremely high demand and often sold out.
Autumn bouquets at MoBlumen Vienna
Dahlias, chrysanthemums and seasonal arrangements.
Frequently asked questions about autumn flowers
Chrysanthemums are the record holders, lasting up to three weeks in a vase. Asters last 7 to 10 days, dahlias 4 to 7 days. Rose hips and eucalyptus as foliage last practically forever.
Yes, late summer and early autumn are the best time for it. When the petals feel slightly papery, they are ready for drying. Simply hang them upside down or let them dry slowly in a vase with a little water.
October is the ideal time to plant flower bulbs for spring: tulips, daffodils, crocuses, hyacinths, grape hyacinths. The bulbs need the winter cold in order to bloom in spring.
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