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Color

Trendy Colors for the End of a Millennium

What are the Hot new colors in garden designs.

White makes a Sophisticated Spring Statement

Plans for an all white spring garden.

Winter Gardens in Living Color

I began planning a garden that could be seen from my window that would be as colorful as possible all winter long.

Orange isn't Outrageous Anymore!

In fact, used well it can be downright stunning in the garden.

Neutrally Brilliant – Purple in the Garden

Yes – purple is a great neutral in the garden – learn how to use it to blend amazing combinations of plants into a harmonious whole.

Ravishing Reds in the Garden

Certain colors, especially shades of red, seem to perk me up and help me face whatever tasks, problems or rewards are heading my way. Red has the ability to stir up excitement and can stimulate a thrill of anticipation and exhilaration.

Delightful Dahlias

Dahlias for every garden. Finding the ones that work for you.

Some Like It Hot!

There are very few plants that thrive in low light conditions. Who among us hasn’t accidentally killed a garden or houseplant by putting it in a too dark or shady place?

Ooooh, Spooky!

About four years ago, I was talking with a well-known Long-Island garden designer. He is originally from England, and keeps up with English garden trends.

What Colors are in Season in Your Garden?

Have you ever noticed how each season seems to have its own set of colors? Going into your garden should inspire you to smile, to feel content.

I swear my gardens must be Irish

And what color is more important in a garden than green?

Have Color All Summer Long

Lots of gardens are beautiful in spring – and then, when summer comes, there’s nothing left in bloom. The good news is this doesn’t have to happen to you! You can have beautiful flowers all summer long and into the fall; you just need a plan.

Get the Early Summer Blues

After spring comes a time when blue flowers are most plentiful – here are some great ones.

Planting for Maximum Color Impact All Season Long

How to maximize your garden color with plants that have an extra long season of bloom.

Color in the Garden, Some Basic Guidelines

You’d be surprised to learn what colors work well together – and which don’t.