Lie down with lavender or wake up to vivid violet for a bedroom that both calms and energizes

Distinctive colored pads and yellow flowers make this cactus a favorite in Southwestern gardens

Scared of purple? Think of it as plum, amethyst or eggplant, and use with the right companion colors

Make a plum wall come alive with art, warm metals, ivory, chartreuse, natural wood — and at least one wild card

A versatile native iris for bridging wet and dry gardens

Charming and colorful, irises propagate easily, are hardy in many soils and climates, and unfold with layers of beauty

Plant this West Coast native for stunning, intricate blooms from January through May

Ever fresh, lavender comes in many flavors for the home: sophisticated neutral, cool accent and, yes, perennial nursery favorite

Looking for beautiful depth and dynamism in your landscape? Just add purple

With kitchen appliances, pillows, chairs and more in shades of lavender to plum, your home can be as purple as you please