Outdoors

THE WHY Choosing a colour scheme will bring balance and harmony to your outdoor landscape. Without proper planning, you may end up with a garden that lacks consistency and appears cluttered. Garden experts recommend sticking with three to five colours. Select hues that complement each other.

PLANT palette

The smart use of colour will help you achieve the perfect mood for your garden.

50 SHADES OF GREEN For those homeowners who prefer a flower-free, low-maintenance garden, base your look on diff erent textures and shades of green. For a darker green, try the Zanzibah gem (pictured) or Colocasia (elephant ear plant). For a lighter colour, try Philodendron xanadu. DO YOUR RESEARCH Planting species that you like is important, but so is understanding their needs. Consider water requirements, shade versus sun, and the best time of year to plant.

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THE MOOD Unsure of how diff erent colours will work together? Head to your local paint or hardware store and browse the paint swatches. From there, you can create a mood board.

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