Good design not only makes the inside of your home more lovely, it can also take bloom in your garden. And, since plants cost a fraction of the price of new furniture, outdoor decorating can be a lot easier on the wallet. Here are some ideas you can make your own.

When it comes to designing a space, both interior decorators and landscapers take size, color and texture into consideration. The size of the area is the first thing to consider. Dwarf plants are very useful in tight spaces, but can get lost in a lush perennial border. You might also want to consider something bigger for the sake of curb appeal or for your backyard. There should be at least one plant in every garden that is particularly attractive.

Think about color. Plants with very colorful flowers are very attractive, but unfortunately they do not stay in bloom year round. Plant breeders have responded to this by producing varieties with colorful foliage for season-long appeal.

Another thing that’s very important in design is texture. Large leaves have big impact, while narrow or cutleaf foliage adds delicate interest to gardens. Cutleaf foliage is usually moved by the wind, thus offering a refreshing, soft effect.

For example, the new Black Lace Sambucus has everything the homeowner needs for stylish outdoor spaces. Their bright and dark purple leaves are colorful all year long, and they easily blend with other favorite perennials such as Black-Eyed Susans. Like Japanese maple, its finely cut foliage makes it a choice specimen for entryways and other high-impact areas.

Black Lace doesn’t just provide color and texture. Its large pink flowers turn into berries in the fall, and they can either be picked for wine and jam, or left on the plant for wildlife to partake of them. Like all well-designed products, Black Lace offers both form and function.

And, if those benefits are not enough, it is also an easy plant to grow. It’s tolerant of most soils, even soggy ones, and will grow in sun or some shade. The mature plant stands at about 6 feet of height, and doesn’t require pruning unless the owner chooses to cut it back. Black lace is a wonderful plant that can add an exclusive touch in both formal gardens and casual backyards. It can also be grown in a decorative container for the patio or deck.

Plants such as Black Lace are the result of hard work from the breeders. The Proven Winners brand carefully selects the most beautiful and easy-to-grow varieties so successful gardening is easy. Beautiful, lush gardens should be something we all can strive for, not just expert gardeners. Amateur gardeners should be able to enjoy good designs as well. Black Lace does well in cold weather and will live for many years. It’s an easy way to add durable style to your garden.

So are you ready to bring good design into your garden? It’s worth the effort. You could even think of your yard as an oversize room in your home.

Black Lace is just one of over 50 colorful, easy-to-grow Proven Winners ColorChoice varieties. You will easily find them at your garden center, sold in white pots.

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