It has been a sizzling summer, but the thought of gorgeous fall flowers should help you beat the heat. Pretty soon, the temperatures will be cool and crisp and your local Strack & Van Til Floral Department is already blooming with autumn magic. From shorter days to back-to-school, the signs are clear: It’s time to get ready for the season with fresh, fabulous fall flowers.

“Fall is our favorite time of year for flowers, and at Strack & Van Til, we go all out,” says Floral Director Wendy Scheeringa. “Think sunflowers, football mums and so much more — it’s a floral frenzy!”

Swing by the grab-and-go section for seasonal bunches that bring instant charm and check out the large selection of mixed flower bouquets starting at $5.99.

“We have a bouquet called the Weekly Treat, where the design of the bouquet changes, but the price is always the same every week,” notes Scheeringa. “Our everyday price is $5.99 and on Fridays these bouquets are only $5!”

Impress the special person in your life without breaking the bank. A dozen roses are just $17.99 every day.

Coming soon: Outdoor hearty mums — arriving at the end August. Locally grown at Hennings Farms in Northwest Indiana, these mums are porch-perfect and available in rich, seasonal colors. Choose from 1.5-gallon mums at $9.99 and 14-inch potted mums for $24.99 each.

Looking for a gift or to glam up your space? Find stunning centerpieces in the Floral Department for your kitchen, living room or anywhere that needs a pop of color.

So go ahead — fall head over heels for autumn. Stop by the Strack & Van Til Floral Department and let your home bloom with the beauty of the coming season.