The faded seedheads of Sedum spectabile take on autumns rusty tones.
I think that it's well worth keeping the fading flowers on some of your perennial plants as long as their stems remain stiff. These dying stalks provide texture, colour and interest for a little longer and on a foggy/dewy or frosty morning they are beautiful.
In addition the seeds they produce provide food for birds and other small creatures. Spiders spin their webs between the plants and tiny beetles find a home inside the seed casing.
Do you keep the faded flowers and seed heads on your plants in autumn? I hope you are enjoying the beautiful colours and textures in your garden and neighbourhood this week. Gillian
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