Five autumn perennials for September

• What to plant in September

Discover autumn perennials for September to grow, below.

Rudbeckias

Vibrant rudbeckias such as 'Goldsturm' (pictured) and 'Aries' are perfect for dotting in borders to add jets of colour. They'll grow in a wide range of soil types and enjoy a spot in full sun or dappled shade. Take a look at 10 more perennials for a hot border.

Nerines

Vibrant nerines are near unbeatable for the colour they provide in autumn. Give them a sheltered, sunny spot and grow in well-drained soil. For more autumn colour, take a look at our pick of autumn-flowering bulbs for September.

Echinaceas

Prairie-esque echinaceas are well-worth considering if you're gardening on particularly light, sandy soils. If you've a penchant for daisies, take a look at our pick of essential border daisies.

Monarda

With their charming, shaggy flowers, monardas can't be missed. They're easy to grow, too, so you're ensured a sizeable clump with little effort. 'Cambridge Scarlet' is one of the most popular cultivars, but you could also try 'Schneewittchen' and 'Beauty of Cobham'.

Monkshood

Monkshood bears deep purple-blue blooms on attractive, stately stems. It's poisonous, so wear gloves if handling plant material.

More perennial wildflowers to grow

For dry spots

• Bladder campion (Silene vulgaris)
• Musk mallow (Malva moschata)
• Salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor)
• Lesser knapweed (Centaurea nigra)

For damp spots

• Ragged robin (Lychnis flos-cuculi)
• Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria)
• Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria)
• Red campion (Silene dioica)