Color Themes

Every gardener gravitates toward certain colors. Build designs around a favorite hue—its tints (pastels) and tones (deeper shades) naturally harmonize, especially yellows, purples, and blues. Green, nature's neutral, complements everything.

Simple Color Strategies

Analogous Harmonies

Pair neighbors on the color wheel: yellow + orange, purple + blue. These combinations reliably please.

The Red Caution

Reds can clash. Separate "cool" reds (blue/violet undertones) from "warm" reds (orange/brown undertones). Not a hard rule—test with your designer's eye.

Complementary Contrast

Opposites pop: yellow ↔ purple, orange ↔ blue, red ↔ green. For subtle opposites, use a color wheel.

Play & Evolve

Garden palettes shift seasonally—embrace the changes, tweak as plantings mature. For more inspiration, watch Barb Pierson's "Garden Inspirations" video or browse the Gardening Help section online.