Best Trees for Autumn Colour and Interest
Autumn is a fantastic time of year for adding colour and seasonal charm to your garden—second only to spring! If you're looking for trees that truly shine at this time of year, here are three stunning options to consider for your next planting project:
Acer platanoides Pacific Sunset
With its classic large, lobed leaves, this variety of Norway Maple transforms from bright green to rich oranges and reds in autumn. It’s a tough, versatile tree that does well in a variety of soils—making it a great alternative to Acer rubrum.
See this treePrunus avium
One of the UK’s most beautiful native trees. It bursts into spring with delicate white blossom, and come autumn, its green leaves turn golden and then deep red before falling—offering colour in every season.
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Liquidambar styraciflua Worplesdon
From September onwards, this tree becomes a true showstopper. Its foliage puts on a multicoloured display, often showing the full spectrum at once—from yellow at the crown to claret red near the base.
See this treeWe stock a wide selection of trees with stunning autumn foliage. Browse our full collection to find the perfect one for your space.
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