The Psychology of Colour

Colour psychology is the study of how colours affect our emotions, moods, and behaviours. Different colours can trigger various responses in our brains. 

For instance, research suggests that red is often associated with energy and passion because it's a warm colour. On the other hand, blue is a cool colour that can lower blood pressure and induce a sense of calm. Understanding these effects can help us design our garden to match the mood we want to experience.

Colours and Moods in Your Garden

Colours aren't just for looks—they can shape how you feel in your home. By choosing the right colours for your plants and pots, you can create a space that feels energetic, calm, or even luxurious. Let's break it down simply.

Mixing Plants and Pots for the Right Mood

To create specific moods in your garden, consider these combinations and why they work:

• Energetic and Lively: Use red flowers in white or black pots. The contrast will make the red stand out, creating a bold statement full of energy, as red is known to stimulate and excite.

• Calm and Relaxing: Use green plants in blue pots. The combination of green and blue is reminiscent of nature, promoting a sense of peace and harmony, with blue's calming effect and green's association with growth.

• Luxurious and Mysterious: Choose purple flowers in black pots. The deep colours exude elegance and sophistication, perfect for a balcony meant to impress. Purple suggests royalty, and black adds mystery.

Tips to Get Started

• Consider the Size of Your Space: Light-colored pots can make small spaces look larger by reflecting light, while dark-coloured pots like black can add depth and drama to larger spaces, though they absorb heat.

• Think About the Climate: In hot climates, light-coloured pots reflect heat, keeping the soil cooler, which is better for plants that don't like heat. In cooler climates, dark-coloured pots can absorb heat, benefiting heat-loving plants.

• Experiment with Different Combinations: Since everyone sees colours differently, try new things to see what works best for you. Your garden should reflect your personal style and preferences.

• Keep it Seasonal: Change your plant and pot colours with the seasons to keep your garden fresh and engaging, like bright reds and yellows for spring, and warmer oranges for fall.

Last but most importantly, have fun with it. The beauty of pots and plants is that the possibilities are endless. You can always mix and match until you find the find combination that speaks to you.