When doing this add at least 1/3 of the visual weight of the surrounding garden in the new color. These are just a few examples of how to calm color chaos that you can implement now, or anytime.

The colors are very traditional—deep reds, greens, and blues—rich hues that, when paired with brighter, more modern tones, still feel fresh. “It’s a return to the classics, with a funky ...

The end result is pleasant and inspiring, yet simple. Sometimes with highly saturated photos, colors tend to blow out. In this image, the color still maintains its potency and effect.

The Venvi Art Gallery is pleased to present “Color Chaos: New Abstractions,” a series of oil paintings by Dan Taylor, will open on First Friday, April 5, from 5 to 8 p.m.

• Layer color by height: spread a duo or group of colors through the garden and use the height of the plants to create broad swathes of color. An example would be planting shrubs of 3 to 5 feet ...