Dark&Moody

In a season of light and bright colors, container plantings in deep purple, red, and even black bring some welcome contrast and drama.

- NINO PADOVA

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Coleus are famously easy to work with, and different varieties play well off each other. This sun-seeking combination balances the velvety burgundy tones of 'Vino' coleus with the lime green edges of 'Inky Fingers'. With near-black flowers against green foliage, 'Black Ray' petunia pulls the palette together.

SHADY Character

Ever the strivers, elephant's ears do best when they're in the shade reaching for the sun. They also provide added cover for other low-light-loving plants, such as this 'Obsidian' heuchera. Iresine dials up the intensity with patterned leaves and pinkish-red stems.

Mixed COMPANY