I don't normally talk about flowers and decor; however, 'tis the season, and #gothgardening is a popular trend! The American home aesthetic is starting to embrace the allure of darker colors all year round. In the past, I've planted Black Petunias next to my lavender for a pop of contrast, and I loved it! (As seen above)
Home and garden enthusiasts are incorporating somber hues, not as a departure from vibrant shades, but to create depth and contrast. One of the more recent varieties that is gaining in popularity is the Eclipse Bigleaf Hydrangea from Bailey Nurseries, featuring purplish-black leaves and cranberry-hued blooms. (pictured below) This is definitely a variety on my radar!
Here are some other fantastic dark displays for your garden-
Black Barlow Columbine
Dianthus, Black and White Minstrels
Social media is currently buzzing with the trend #GothGardening and a love for plants with dark colors. Companies like Monrovia and others in the gardening industry have started to notice this growing interest in darker plants. The reason people like these dark plants is that they look good all year round and can thrive in different seasons and climates.
While the dark plant trend has a strong social media presence, its longevity seems assured as growers invest in meeting the demand.
Hopefully, more garden centers will join the trend, as consumers become more open to dark foliage. Pairing dark and bright plants can help consumers see the value of the dark palette in creating contrast.
So what do you think?
Are you afraid of the dark... in your garden?
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