Make borders sing with Clever colour combinations

SUMMER is coming, and for most of us that means colour. With so many options for brilliant flowering plants in the warmer months, we’re spoilt for choice, and it’s tempting to have a little of everything. However, in smaller gardens this can look messy and doesn’t make the best use of the available space. For a more consistent look you need a classic colour combination–it’s smarter and more elegant, and with the right plants you can ensure a continuous show of flowers right through the season.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with the myriad range of annuals, perennials and shrubs, it makes sense to pick one or more colours that you can carry through in your pots and borders. Purple nepeta and lavender set the tone for a cool, calm