Late-Season Perennials for Zone 6: Blooms from August to October

A coastal Massachusetts (Zone 6) garden peaks in June–August but fades early. These perennials extend the show:

• Chrysanthemums – Classic fall color.
• Asters – Daisy-like flowers in purple, pink, white.
• Sedum / Stonecrop – Succulent foliage, late summer broccoli-like buds opening to pink/red.
• Hardy Hibiscus – Dinner-plate flowers until frost.

Planting Tips

Your soil is excellent. Add these in gaps; they won’t overcrowd existing plants (astilbe, hosta, phlox, monarda, salvia, lilies, daylily). Fall bloomers complement, not compete.

Enjoy color right up to the first hard freeze!