While the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting colder, your yard can still delight, at least for a little while longer. Growing trees with vibrant fall colors is one way to do this, adding interest to your yard despite the change in seasons. Japanese maples, Acer palmatum, have long been planted and adored for their unique leaf color. Yet, several native tree species are just as colorful and impactful, offering a stunning alternative to the non-native Japanese maple.
Growing native trees, such as dogwoods or serviceberry trees, will not only provide a spectacular seasonal show but also support your local ecosystem. Native species are known to attract birds, bees and butterflies with blooms and berries at different times of the year - and what gardener wouldn't want their yard to hum and buzz with pollinators?
