Autumn shifts the pollinator garden into a new phase. Many flowers have finished blooming, yet the garden remains full of life. Seed heads form on coneflowers and sunflowers while grasses turn warm shades of gold. Goldfinches often visit during this time of year, feeding on seeds from prairie flowers. Their bright yellow feathers stand out beautifully against the autumn colors of the garden. Late-season flowers such as asters and goldenrod continue supporting pollinators preparing for colder weather. These late blooms are important because they provide nectar during one of the final feeding periods of the season.
Autumn in my garden feels reflective. The bright activity of summer slows while the garden prepares for winter rest. The warm tones of autumn grasses and seed heads often inspire color palettes in the Home & Hearth collection. The prairie teaches that every season has its own kind of beauty.
