Design a Fall Porch Display To Carry You Through The Season
If you’re located in any of the mid to northern United States, you are likely feeling that familiar crisp breeze in the air and hearing the crunch of leaves underfoot. With a little over two weeks left until Halloween and a little over a month until Thanksgiving, there is still ample time to get your porch feeling festive and cozy for the fall season!
In this blog, we will highlight key design factors for fall porch decorating as well as shed light on a few of our favorite fall planting options for dressing up your home’s entryway.
Design Considerations For Your Autumn Porch Display
Cohesive Color Palette
Whether you’re aiming for a classic harvest or a deep and moody feel, a vibe can certainly be curated through the use of different plant varieties. Classic fall tones, such as oranges, reds, and yellows, certainly never go out of style. However, if you are aiming for a less conventional display, you might opt for muted tones like white and green, or choose a spooky vibe with darker-hued foliage and blooms.
Play With Height & Scale
To create a truly striking display, we recommend playing with the elements of height and scale, and layering plants of varying sizes to bring a truly dimensional feel. We recommend thinking outside the box when it comes to layering your display…don’t have steps or natural elevation? Get creative! Consider thrifting baskets and crates to add a rustic feel to your design.
Layer Textures
The final design element we recommend for a stunning fall porch or entryway display is the element of texture. Whether it's through using a mix of different plants and foliage or incorporating varying textiles like blankets and throw pillows, combining a range of textures can really elevate an outdoor seasonal display to the next level.
Our Favorite Classic Plants For a Gorgeous Fall Entryway
For Color
Our favorite fall plants for adding classic warm tones to a fall porch display are mums, Croton Mammy, and ornamental peppers. These options capture the rich oranges, reds, and yellows of the season, perfectly reflecting the canopy of transitioning trees above. For a more understated display that transitions into winter, try combining evergreen trees or shrubs with more muted blooms, such as white pansies or pale asters. This approach allows your porch to feel fresh and seasonally appropriate without a stark shift once the weather cools. Or lastly but certainly not least, maybe you want to lean into the moody, spooky vibes of the season and incorporate dark foliage plants like Black Mondo Grass and Dolce Wildberry Hecuhera.
For Scale
Incorporating varying heights ensures your display feels balanced and visually appealing. Taller elements such as ornamental grasses, small evergreen trees, or corn stalks provide vertical interest. At the same time, clusters of pumpkins, gourds, and potted mums anchor your display at eye level and below. Combining these tall and low elements makes your porch feel abundant and layered, drawing the eye naturally through the space.
For Texture
Texture adds visual intrigue and keeps your display from feeling flat. Ornamental grasses, kale, and cabbage are excellent for creating a leafy dimension, while hay bales, corn husks, and even dried wheat stalks add a rustic, harvest-inspired touch. Mixing these elements with soft textiles, such as throw blankets or pillows, creates a dynamic look that’s both inviting and tactile, encouraging guests to linger on your fall-perfect porch.
Shop Fall Porch Plants Online Today
Ready to bring your autumn porch vision to life? From vibrant mums and ornamental peppers to textured kale and grasses, a wide selection of fall plants and décor items is just a click away. Whether you’re aiming for a classic harvest look or a cozy, moody retreat, shopping online makes it easy to assemble everything you need for a stunning, Instagram-worthy porch display. Start browsing today and transform your entryway into a welcoming fall haven that lasts throughout the season.