Purple packs a punch

Purple coneflower (Echinacea) is an easy to grow sun loving perennial that attracts birds to the seed heads and butterflies to the blossoms. Fragrant pansies and violas bloom in many shades including purple. If grown organically, the flowers are edible and are used as a garnish for pastries. This light lavender autumn crocus sends up foliage in the spring but blooms in the fall. Saffron, one of the worlds most expensive spices, is gathered from the stamens. View the list ยป
This purple clematis is a showstopper.

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Purple flowers, foliage and garden art all contribute to a rich, varied sense of glamour in the garden.

You can find annuals like petunias in various shades of purple, as well as perennials like delphiniums and clematis. Herbs such as tri colored sage have lavender touched foliage while chives has cute lavender blossoms. And bulbs like crocus, hyacinths and tulips range from palest lilac to deep, velvety, nearly black purple.

Add some purple shades to your garden and delight in the rich tapestry that occurs.

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  • This light lavender autumn crocus sends up foliage in the spring but blooms in the fall. Saffron, one of the worlds most expensive spices, is gathered from the stamens. 
  • Fragrant pansies and violas bloom in many shades including purple. If grown organically, the flowers are edible and are used as a garnish for pastries. 
  • Purple coneflower (Echinacea) is an easy to grow sun loving perennial that attracts birds to the seed heads and butterflies to the blossoms. 
  • Anemone pulsatilla also known as pasque flower is a native wildflower that is very easy to grow. The seed heads have a very graceful appearance. 
  • Morning glories are annual vines that love sunshine. To get best results in germination, be sure to soak the seeds overnight before planting. 
  • Wisteria is a beautiful, very fragrant vine that blooms in early spring. Be sure to provide sturdy support as the vines get quite large and heavy. 
  • Lavender is an old fashioned favorite beloved by cottage gardeners everywhere. The fragrance promotes deep sleep and relaxation and is often found in lotion, bath salts and body soaps.
  • This is tri colored sage, named for the shades of purple, cream and green in the foliage. It is easy to grow and looks great in containers when used as an accent. 
  • Delphiniums come in different shades including purple and lavender. Delphiniums are a perennial, and a similar looking annual is called larkspur. 
  • This deep purple bell shaped flower is a perennial campanula. Some campanulas are annuals while others are perennial or biennial. Easy to grow from seed, they add cottage garden charm. 
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Connie Glasheen is an avid organic gardener interested in growing herbs, vegetables, flowers and fruits. Heirloom gardening and sustainable activities like composting and saving seeds is also very important, as is teaching classes on garden topics. To date she has written 8 articles for national...

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