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Purple takes over British gardens in summer 2026
British gardeners are favouring more colourful spaces in summer 2026, with purple emerging as the season’s leading horticultural shade. According to The Guardian, grey paving and immaculate lawns are losing ground to more vibrant planting. Lavender is among the preferred choices, while salvias and catmint are also in fashion. The findings come from research into the colours Britons prefer to see in their gardens, although the available information does not specify the methodology or sample size.