10 Most Colorful Fall-Blooming Flowers in Michigan
These iconic fall flowers come in a variety of colors, including orange, yellow, red, and purple, and are widely seen in gardens and landscapes.
Chrysanthemums (Mums)
Asters offer a burst of purple, pink, or blue in late summer and fall, and they attract pollinators like butterflies.
Asters
With striking red, orange, or yellow daisy-like flowers, Helenium adds a burst of color to the fall garden.
Helenium (Sneezeweed)
Many sedum varieties, such as Autumn Joy, display clusters of pink, red, or copper flowers, providing late-season interest.
Sedum (Stonecrop)
Contrary to common misconceptions, goldenrod's bright yellow plumes are not the cause of fall allergies and add a pop of color to gardens.
Goldenrod
While typically known as summer flowers, some coneflower varieties continue to bloom well into the fall, offering a mix of purples, pinks, and oranges.
Coneflowers (Echinacea)
These unique, late-blooming perennials showcase pink, white, or red hooded flowers that resemble a turtle's head.
Turtlehead (Chelone)
With fluffy clusters of mauve or pink flowers, Joe-Pye weed is a favorite among pollinators in late summer and fall.