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Special to Ozark Living Flower gardens can add color and awe- inspiring appeal to a property. e National Gardening Association notes that gardeners can find nearly every color of the spectrum in flowering perennials. So whether you prefer so pink, are partial to bright red or want to relax in a garden and gaze at something deep blue, chances are you'll find a perennial to tickle your fancy. e NGA offers the following breakdown of colors to help gardeners learn how their gardens can set the mood they're looking for. Bright colors A garden full of bright colors like red, orange, magenta, and yellow can provide a landscape with vigor and energy. e NGA notes that brightly colored flowers can withstand especially bright sunshine, meaning gardeners can marvel at their appearance even when the sun might be adversely affecting other plants and flowers. Pastel colors Pastels, which include so pink, powder blue, lavender, and peach, create a tranquil feeling in a garden. is makes pastel perfect for those who want their gardens to be a relaxing, peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. e NGA notes that pastels may looked washed out in the midday sun, so they might be best enjoyed early in the morning or late in the aernoon. Complementary colors Complementary colors are those that are opposite one another on the color wheel. Orange and blue are examples of complementary colors. According to the NGA, complementary colors can add creative energy and vitality to a garden. Harmonious colors ese colors are those that are next to each other on the color wheel, such as orange and red. e NGA recommends harmonious colors for gardeners looking to create a unifying feel in their gardens without resorting to a monochromatic color scheme. Harmonious colors give off a gentle feeling that can make for a relaxing garden atmosphere. Monochromatic colors Monochromatic gardens can be awe- inspiring even though they stick to a single color and don't provide an array of awe- inspiring colors. e NGA notes that gardeners with monochromatic gardens make them interesting by using plants of various sizes and shapes. When planting a garden, gardeners can choose whichever color scheme they prefer. To learn more about the effects of color on a garden, visit the National Gardening Association website at www.garden.org. How color can affect your garden Bright colors can provide a landscape with vigor and energy. Gardeners can marvel at their appearance even when the sun might be adversely affecting other plants and flowers. 42 • MAY 2019 • OZARK LIVING