A great addition to any gothic garden is the Aquilegia vulgaris var stellata, or Black Barlow Columbine. Black Barlow Columbine not only is black to deep purple, but it also has spiky petals that add to its gothic appearance. To get the best results with Black Barlow Columbine, grow plants in partial shade, but where […]
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Black Peony Papaver Paeoniflorum: Beautiful Stunning Blooms
January 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
A carefully planned and well executed gothic garden will provide you a great outdoor space which can help enhance the beauty and market value of your property. Although not commonly used in many homes, a gothic garden can bring excitement, attention, and curb appeal. There are several steps you need to take in order to […]
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Black Sprite, Centaurea, Looks Like It Has Fingers
October 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Black Sprite, Centaurea is a compact plant with purplish black blooms that have a “spidery” look to them, as well as greenish-gray foliage. The Black Sprite prefers full sun, well- drained soil, and are resistant to drought and deer. They should be planted in areas that receive several hours of full sun each day.This […]
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Black Rose, the Ultimate Gothic Flower
October 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Black Rose is not naturally a truly black flower, but rather one that is so deeply red that it appears black in color. Because black flowers do not exist in nature, some people have found ways to try to make them. One such method to use is to make your own dye for the […]
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Add Mystery to Your Garden with this Gothic Figure
September 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Every gothic garden needs some mystery, and what could be more mysterious than this mysterious gothic figure wandering through your garden. Who hasn’t heard stories of wizened elders so attuned to nature that even the wind seems to whisper to them its secrets? Artist Liam Manchester draws on these tales to bring us the powerful […]
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Container Gardening on Your Patio
September 16, 2018 by Leave a Comment
If you love to garden but happen to have limited outdoor space to work with, you don’t have to sacrifice your love of growing plants. When space is limited, take advantage of container gardening to turn your patio, balcony, or small outdoor space into a beautiful growing space. Many types of flowers, fruits, vegetables, climbing […]
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New Black Plants for 2015
September 2, 2018 by 5 Comments
Black flowers and plants are a gardener’s dream, especially to those growing a gothic garden or a Victorian black garden. While no flower is truly black in color, some varieties come so close with their deep, rich shades of burgundies, reds, and purple hues that they appear black. Here we take a look at some […]
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Black Lily
August 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Black flowers add a touch of mystery and elegance to any garden or floral arrangement in which they are placed. While there are no flowers that are a true black in color, some come so close due to their deep. rich red or purple tones, that they actually appear black. The Black Lily is no […]
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What Makes the Black Devil Pansy Ideal for Gothic Gardens?
July 8, 2018 by Leave a Comment
A Black Devil Pansy is a plant with black flowers that have a yellow center surrounded by pure black petals. The cold hardiness of this biennial flower allows it to grow in just about any location in the United States. Once this plant has established in the flowerbed in early spring then the new plants […]
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Gothic Gardens and Black Flowers
May 13, 2018 by Leave a Comment
One of the biggest trends in gardening is the development of dark hued flowers, even black flowers, although many of the so called black flowers are actually dark purples, and dark reds. Whether you are looking to completely fill a garden with these dark lovelies, or just want to add some depth to a garden […]
