Pantone’s color of the year implies “originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking.” Want to add a little of that spunk to your garden? Try these:

Illustration by Lauren Tamaki
Ajuga
This colorful groundcover has glossy leaves and looks good year-round.

Illustration by Lauren Tamaki
Verbena
Verbena is long-blooming and tolerates hot, dry summers.

Illustration by Lauren Tamaki
Purple and black false shamrock
Purple leaves edged with black look great in borders.

Illustration by Lauren Tamaki
Lavender
These fragrant plants fit well in herb gardens or perennial beds.

Illustration by Lauren Tamaki
Purple basil
A member of the mint family, basil is one of the easiest herbs to grow.
This article originally appeared in our Summer 2018 issue of Atlanta Magazine’s HOME.
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