Essential Fall Planting Guide

Are you ready to get a head start on your fall planting? We’ve gathered everything you need to know to make sure you have a successful garden this fall season. 

Best bulbs and perennials to plant in the fall

If you are looking to add a spring flower to your garden, now is the time to plant them! Daffodils and tulips are some of our favorite bulbs, and planting them now means you won’t have to think about it in the spring. Plus, daffodils are deer resistant, meaning they’ll last in your Missouri garden.

Fall vegetable planting tips

In Missouri, now is the time to start planting the following vegetables. By planting them now, you can ensure you get a full harvest before the first frost of the season.

• Kale

• Lettuce

• Beets

• Radish

• Spinach 

• Turnips

• Broccoli

• Cabbage

Soil Preparation

The key to creating a positive growing environment for your fall crops is proper soil preparation. Here are the steps you should take:

1. Clear out remnants of your summer garden. Leaving remnants of old plants attracts bugs and pests, which can affect the health of your fall garden. Ensure that any dead plants and weeds are properly removed.

2. Plant your fall crops. Once your garden is properly cleaned out, you can plant your fall crops! Make sure you are planting them the proper depth and distance apart to have the best chance at success.

3. Add compost! Compost adds important nutrients to your garden and can also act as an insulator for your plants once the air starts to turn cooler. At St. Louis Composting, our Black Gold Compost is the perfect addition to your fall garden.