If you want to transform your front yard into a vibrant statement garden, consider creating jewel-toned flower beds. Jewel tones, which are bold, rich, and bright colors resembling precious gems, can make your yard stand out. While pastel colors are popular in many gardens, jewel tones can create an eye-catching and brilliant display that draws attention towards the front door, creating a welcoming and vibrant yard that enhances the overall look of your home.
Jewel tones encompass a variety of colors beyond sapphire, ruby, and emerald, including deep purples, rich magentas, dark reds, striking yellows, and bold blues. Plants like sedum and mums offer a range of deep hues to incorporate into your front yard. Mix and match colors within a jewel tone palette to create a lively yet cohesive display that suits your home.
To make the most of your flower beds, include flowers of varying heights. Layer short blooms in the front and tall blooms towards the back or center of the bed for a staggered display. Consider adding trellises, climbing plants, and potted plants around the flower beds to add depth and vibrancy to your jewel-toned garden.
Which jewel-toned plants to include
When choosing plants for your front yard, consider your USDA growing zone. Roses, dahlias, pansies, marigolds, tulips, daffodils, and ranunculus are all great options for jewel-toned flower beds. Look for dark red, egg-yolk yellow, purple, and richly colored varieties to match your color palette. Adding greenery like cladiums, euphorbia, ground covers, and trailing vines can enhance the jewel tones in your garden and add texture to your flower beds.
