Pro gardener Laura Janney says our flower gardens are skewing toward more muted and earthier palettes, too.

Think dusty pinks, lavender, soft peaches and soft whites, says Janney.

These colors show tranquility and work well with traditional and cottage garden styles.

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Theres been more education that it doesnt have to be all or nothing with native plants, says Tamony.

Janney says this means people are planting flowers that can withstand hot temperatures and less rain.

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Its important to remember that low maintenance, however, doesnt meannomaintenance.

These flowers will be easy, but theyll still require occasional watering and attention.

Rather than planting high-maintenance varieties, she says 2025 will be the year ofrose bushesas landscape shrubs.

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In fact, meadow-inspired gardens are one of her companys top requests.

Picture soft, natural arrangements with less structure than weve previously had.

This works well in smaller planters, or as an added eye-catching hue in larger flower beds.

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Our biggest request we get over and over again are for pops of color, says Janney.

Bold purples, vibrant pinks, and fiery oranges are still in high demand.

This, she suspects, is because its so exciting and satisfying to spot them.

Rose bushes growing over a white picket fence.

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Much like thecolor drenchingwe see inside, this is an option among your flowers, too.

Designing with a monochromatic palette remains on trend for those wanting an elevated look, says Janney.

Choosing one or two toneslike shades of purplecreates an elegant and timeless aesthetic.

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