Thursday, June 6, 2013

Master the Art of Using Color in the Garden - Part 5

 Brighten Shady Spots

Chartreuse is an ideal color for creating drama in shady spots. Plants such as Japanese forestgrass, 'Gold Heart' bleeding heart, creeping Jenny, or the variegated bamboo shown here act like a ray of sunshine. Also consider evergreens with golden foliage to enliven areas that experience a lot of gray skies in winter.

 Play Up Purple

Golden leaves grab the eye -- but so do purple ones. And plants with violet, maroon, or plum-hue leaves (including 'Diabolo' ninebark, many Japanese maples, and many weigelas) are especially trendy. The rich coloring stands out in the garden and blends well with a wide variety of shades, including chartreuse.

 Go Monochrome

The easiest way to make a statement with color is to pick one hue. Create depth by using different shades -- for example, explore the range of purples. And don't forget to tie your design together by adding plants that have your preferred color in their foliage.


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