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 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.

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 ...

• 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 ...