These winter-hardy plants to plant from November

To beautify gardens, balconies and terraces in winter, nothing beats cold-resistant flowers and perennial plants. Which ones to plant in November to benefit from them now?

Who said winter was just a dull season in the garden? Certainly, many plants go dormant during the winter season, however, a large number of plants can bring cheerfulness from November.

Flowers to plant in November

When fall arrives, there is no shortage of tasks! You need to cut off faded flowers, but also remember to bring in the bulbs and rhizomes before the first big cold spell. In the garden and in balcony boxes, the month of November is ideal for planting or transplanting several colorful plantswhich brighten up the massifs in winter or when spring comes:

• Chrysanthemums purchased in pots
• Late flowering tulips
• Hyacinths
• Violets
• Bergenias
• The thoughts
• Primroses
• Anemones
• Crocuses
• Irises
• Lilies
• Daffodils

Ornamental shrubs to plant in November

Another way to beautify gardens in winter: plant ornamental shrubs. November is therefore a preferred planting time for bare root shrubs, which cost less than those sold in containers. Be careful, however, planting bare root shrubs must only be carried out from the end of October to March, i.e. during the vegetative rest period.

Before planting them, also think about coat their roots with “praline”after having shortened them somewhat with pruning shears.

• Lilac
• Camellias
• Spirea
• Viornes
• Alder
• Paulownia
• Clerodendron
• Charcoal
• Buff Beauty
• Ghislaine de Féligonde
• The Fairy
• Daphnees
• Rose bushes (climbing, shrub or bush)

The camellia and its elegant flowers.

Fruit trees to plant in the orchard from November

On the side of the fruit trees, the month of November is also perfect for decorating the orchard. Be careful, however, to wait, with deciduous shrubs, for the leaves to fall before planting. A planting which is also done before the buds wake up. In autumn at the orchardalso remember to remove diseased fruits, whether they are still on the tree or on the ground, because the latter are vectors of disease.

How to plant a fruit tree?

To plant a fruit tree correctlystart by digging a hole with a width of between approximately 50 cm and 1 meter. The depth of the hole should be approximately 70 cm. Create a small mound of earth at the bottom of the hole, in order to install the roots of the fruit tree, then place a stake. Fill in the rest with a little compost-enriched soil, then water thoroughly and mulch all around. Here is the list of fruit trees to plant in the fall:

• Non-blooming strawberries
• Raspberry bushes
• Groseilliers
• Blueberries
• Blackberries
• Chestnut
• Vine
• Plum
• Early blackcurrant
• Cognassier
• Apple
• Cherry
• Walnut
• Poirier
• Sin

The plum tree, a shrub to plant in November.

Also read: This fall, I’m planting my fruit tree!

Which flowering perennial plants for winter?

In autumn, it is also possible to plant several flowering perennial plantsin the ground or in a pot. Plants which will bring a colorful touch generally from March onwards, while adorning the exteriors with their evergreen foliage all winter long. Here are our 8 favorite perennials:

• Le Brunnera Diane’s Gold
• Le Disporopsis pernyi
• Les Bruyères
• Le Pachyphragma macrophylla
• The Bergenia Dragonfly Angel Kiss
• L’Epimedium Sphinx Twinkler
• L’Ajuga Chocolate Chip
• Comfrey Sky Blue Pink

Heather, flowering perennial plant.

Also read: Planting a tree or shrub, an autumn activity

Aromatic herbs and vegetables to plant in the autumn vegetable garden

This may be surprising at first, however certain aromatic herbs should be planted in November :

• Tarragon
• The spring onion
• Hyssop

The month of November is also perfect for dividing many perennial aromatic plants (lemon balm, oregano, savory, sorrel, mint, etc.). Enough to multiply them in the garden, without having to buy more.

Hyssop and its purple flowers.

Regarding vegetables to plant in the vegetable garden in Novemberyou can put in the ground garlic, white onions, the last spring cabbages and winter lettuce. For the latter, be sure to plant them under cover or protect them with a veil.

Finally, remember that any planting is a fundamental stepwhich determines the future growth and good health of plants. So, take the time to find out in detail about each plant that you are about to plant in your garden such as your vegetable garden, whether it is planted in the ground or in a pot. Certain tips allow you to put all the chances on your side, or rather on the side of your plantations, to allow them to grow vigorously!