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Deciduous garden trees and shrubs (that shed their leaves once a year, usually during the season of autumn) put on a spectacular autumn display, while leaving behind plenty of crunchy leaves for the kids to stomp in. We take a look at four that will add plenty of colour to your autumn garden.
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Renowned for its stunning foliage, there is a maple to suit every shape and size requirement. Autumn leaf shades range from rich burgundy to fiery crimson, orange and gold. A popular shrub or small tree, it has a compact root system and can reach a height of up to about 6-10m. Grow in well-draining soil in a partly shaded spot that’s protected from strong wind.
This deciduous garden tree delivers one of the most dramatic cool-season transformations as its light green leaves turn buttery, golden yellow. Slow growing, it forms an attractive pyramid shape and can grow to more than 20m tall and 10m wide, making it best suited to large gardens. For smaller spaces, look for dwarf forms. Plant in a sunny spot in rich, fertile soil.
While best known for its misty plumes of flower clusters in spring and summer, the autumn foliage on this large garden shrub is equally impressive. It likes full sun and will grow in most areas, from cold to subtropical. Shape it into a small feature tree or clip into an informal hedge or privacy screen. Compact varieties can be grown in pots.
A small to medium tree that has large purple heart-shaped leaves which turn to shades of green in summer, then red, gold and yellow in autumn. In spring, the bare branches are adorned with small pink flowers. This tree is ideal for small gardens or courtyards, in full sun to part shade and sheltered from strong winds. Use it as a feature tree or as part of a grouping.
Take care when selecting your plants as some can be poisonous to children and pets, and check their suitability for your region, as some may be classified as weeds in certain states and territories.
Get your autumn garden in order with our planning guide.
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