There is something known as the art of colour theory in the garden design realm which can help you understand the base of using colour to achieve those moods you're in pursuit of using a colour wheel. Within this theory there are a number of different approaches as shared below:

Analogous: This is using three colours next to each other on the wheel - e.g. Red, dark orange, light orange or Purple, light purple, blue. 

Complementary: Two colours opposite each other on the colour wheel - e.g Yellow and purple or red and green. 

Complex: Clue is in the name, this is where you can use a set of analogous colours (green, yellow, orange) whilst throwing in a complementary colour from the wheel (Purple!)

Tom's Yard Favourite Colour Combos

The Classic 

A soothing pallete using green tones of tulip foliage and complementing them with the crisp whiteness of the blooms and petals. 

Pop of Pink

You can achieve this around the wheel but this explores the use of cool and warm shades of one colour and in this case pink to create a vibrant yet balanced look for your spring pots.

Complex Sunset

Exploring the complex colour theory to create your own Spring sunset. Opt for tulips, orange, red and yellow in colour and underplant with purple crocuses or blue/purple irises.    

We hope you have fun experimenting with colour in your garden using this approach. We'd love to see your displays so be sure to share with us using sales@tomsyard.co.uk or by tagging us on social media using @toms_yard