Back from the Beach, Back to School and into the Fall Planting Season

For many families across the Main Line and Philadelphia, today marks the first day back to school. While the shift in routine can feel like summer is winding down, your garden tells a different story. The growing season is far from over and fall may actually be the best time of year to invest in your landscape design in Philadelphia.

Why Fall Is the Perfect Season for Landscaping

When it comes to landscape design on the Main Line, fall offers unique advantages:

• Milder Temperatures – Cooler days make outdoor time more enjoyable and less stressful for new plantings.

• Stronger Roots – Plants that have been growing in nurseries all season are now directing their energy into root growth, giving them a head start for next spring.

• Dormancy Advantage – Installing native plants in Philadelphia before they go dormant means they’ll settle in over winter and burst into growth when the weather warms again.

If you’ve been considering low-maintenance landscaping ideas, this season sets you up for success.

Native Plants That Shine in the Fall

Fall isn’t just about leaves changing color—it’s about plants coming into their moment. Some of our favorite native plants for Philadelphia landscapes are just starting to bloom:

• Asters – Late-season pollinator magnets with vibrant purple and blue flowers.

• Goldenrods – Bright yellow bursts that light up garden beds and support native bees.

• Physostegia (Obedient Plant) – Showy pink spires that add structure and charm.

• Winterberry Holly – Striking red berries that bring color and wildlife interest into the colder months.

Together, these plants create layers of beauty and ecological value while requiring little upkeep.

Make the Most of This Season

At Union Landscape Design, we believe that fall is not the end of the growing season, it’s a beginning. Whether you’re looking to renovate your yard with native plants or design a custom landscape, fall is the perfect time to bring your ideas to life.

Ready to Transform Your Landscape This Fall?

Don’t wait until spring: now is the season to set your garden up for success. Union Landscape Design specializes in low-maintenance, native plant landscapes for homeowners across the Main Line and greater Philadelphia area.

View Our Pricing Packages to start your fall landscape project and make your yard pop with beauty, structure, and seasonal interest.