Decorating With Mums: Fall Inspiration

If you want to put a little pep into your fall patio look, simply add chrysanthemums. We love their sunburst-shaped blooms and numerous vibrant hues, which fit seamlessly into any autumnal aesthetic. From rich reds and oranges to refreshing pinks and multicolored varieties, the colors of mums truly define the season.

To celebrate everyone’s favorite fall flower, we arranged a bouquet of mum decorating ideas and explored captivating mum color combinations to take your fall motif to the maximum.

With so many mum colors available, pairing these posies with your patio aesthetic will be easy. From deep burgundy to the brightest whites, the right fall mum colors can help you create a cohesive look. Try these flower and furniture color pairings to bring serious cozy season vibes to your outdoors.

The flowers' warm, fiery hues offer an inviting contrast against the crisp white Adirondack chairs. The look is further accented with pumpkins in various shades of orange, along with planters and pillows giving hints of hunter green.

A black pot bursting with bright yellow mums complements a POLYWOOD bench’s warm teak tone, evoking a sunny disposition. For extra coziness, a cream-colored throw blanket awaits you and a companion to cuddle up.

The bold crimson mums stand out against the woven rocker’s muted grey frame, offering a beautiful balance of vivid energy and calm elegance. This porch’s red siding enhances the contrast against the dark wood floor and front door, complemented by strategically placed white and orange gourds.

Sleek black rocking chairs ground the vivid mum colors, leading to a bold yet balanced look. This fall front porch scene is enhanced by creamy pillows and throws, decorative gourds, and fluffy green ferns, which add warmth and color.

Bright colors in unexpected places are a fun way to freshen up a fall look. The mum’s deep cranberry hue complements this tangerine-toned Adirondack set, while contrast comes in through the home’s cool, blue-grey color scheme.

A refreshing twist on a traditional fall color palette, this pot of bright pink mums pops against the Adirondack chairs’ bold black frames. The playful vibes continue with cozy powder blue pillows and blankets, complemented by stacked green, white, and orange gourds that invoke warmth and seasonal charm.

Elevate your outdoor spaces with these plant-based concepts.

• Posey-lined paths: If you have a winding walkway, trim the edges with mum-filled pots and planters to invite color and texture.
• Encircled trees and shrubbery: To complement the greenery or changing leaves, treat trees and tall shrubs with a ring of bright blooms.
• Tiered garden beds: Craft a dynamic display with tiered beds containing a mix of cascading flowers, vines, and lofty plants.
• Mixed perennial patches: Plant a blend of perennials that bloom in different seasons to have a continuously colorful garden.

• Ornamental grasses: For contrast and extra height, pair vibrant mums with these tall, more subdued plants.
• Asters: Similar in shape and available in an abundance of shades, these daisy-like flowers are ideal companions to mums.
• Ornamental kale and cabbage: These visually appealing veggies bring intriguing textures and colors to flower gardens that create a striking contrast with mums.
• Black-eyed Susans: Pair mums with these happy-hued perennials to invite height and contrast to your landscaped look.
• Pumpkins and gourds: If you want your mums to be the main attraction, choose pumpkins or gourds in paler hues. This simple arrangement allows your mums to shine while the seasonal squash offers extra texture without competing for attention.

Put these mum arrangements to work on your porch or patio.

Another eco-friendly and equally beautiful option is a POLYWOOD planter. We make our planters from durable and recyclable plastics, which means you'll enjoy stunning mum arrangements season after season.

Creating beautiful mum arrangements involves more than just placing a pot. To add visual interest, consider mixing different flower sizes, shapes, and textures. Combine varying colors—from bold, single hues to multicolored mums—to create dynamic displays. Fill in the gaps with pinecones, branches, dried grasses, or small lanterns to create cohesive and captivating vignettes around your POLYWOOD outdoor furniture.

Bring lasting beauty to your outdoor spaces with our weather-resistant furniture and planters—the perfect foundation for all your mum decorating ideas.