A garden is not just a place for growing plants, it’s also an opportunity to express yourself and share that feeling of beauty with others. Whether you’re creating something wild or delicate–it doesn’t matter because every time the seasons change there will be new flowers in bloom!
Flowers often represent the brightness, happiness and light-hearted things in our lives. But there are other flowers that have a darker side to them like art pieces do–and this is what makes them so impactful!
Why not take your garden from drab and boring to a beautiful space? You can do this by incorporating the dark elements in it.
Now, we’re not recommending that you plant an entire flower bed full of only black flowers; balance is key! So find some brighter blooms for contrast and create the most wonderful garden ever!
1. Viola Molly Sanderson
If you want a bold, unique color to set the tone of your garden in an all black option then these flowers are perfect for that. The violas can grow easily and look stunning when grown together with other plants like pansies!
2. Calla Lily
The Calla lily is one of the most beautiful flowers in existence. It’s a stunning, purple-hued plant that has green spotted leaves and can be grown either inside or outside– perfect for your home garden!
3. Queen of the Night Tulip
A beautiful flower with unmatched beauty, the Queen of Night Tulip is a must-have for your next garden. These exotic looking plants are easy to care and maintain–perfect paired up nicely with pink or yellow flowers!
4. Hellebore
The deep purplish colored Hellebore is a rare variety of flower that’s popular among gardeners. It looks like black, and it has been known to be poisonous in some cases as well!
This annual plant produces early springtime flowers which will make your home look more beautiful than ever before.
5. Black Dahlia
The deep reddish color of the Black Dahlia makes it rather intriguing. The flower also has a name that is sure to capture your attention: “Arabian Night”. Placing this under some form or shade will change how you see its appearance, like in fairytales!
6. Black Baccara Rose
The Baccara Rose is a flower that’s both dramatic and mysterious. It seems to be most popular when it comes to decorating bouquets, but don’t forget about their stunning appearance in gardens!
The green leaves have reddish tones which adds an extra touch of beauty for your garden or vase arrangement- what do you think?
7. Iris Before the Storm
Irises are flowers that come in a variety of colors and shapes. The ‘Before the Storm’ type has petals with black markings on them, which makes it look even more elegant than before!
I like how this plant thrives when given plenty of sunlight exposure as well as good drainage so your garden will always have an exciting flower to enjoy year-round!
8. Bat Flower
The Bat Flower, also known as the Devil’s Ivy is a bat-like plant that can change its color to black.
It has been said to resemble an orchid because of it whiskers and fingernails which are similar in shape like those on cats.- The flower matches any garden with dark tones perfectly!
9. Chocolate Lily
The Lily of the Valley is one of the most beautiful black colored flowers mentioned in today’s list. This little lily has a charming appearance, however, not the most charming aroma. Some people who are really sensitive to smells, might find this aroma awful.
10. Black Pansy
The Black Pansy is a rare variety of the common hydrangea flower. It has inky black shades, unlike other variant with deep purple tones and makes an excellent addition to any garden space- whether you are looking for something modern or traditional!
11. Silver Laced Primrose
The Primula or Victoriana Lace Silver Black is one of the toughest to get black flowers. The flower sports an unusual shade appearing slightly brown in color, and edges with scalloped silver tones along its center, which has golden tint. These delicate blooms bloom during springtime and are quite fragrant!
12. Black Petunia
The power of natural black flowers is something to be marveled at. These beautiful, velvety plants were created by horticulturists in 2010 and they have a variety that includes the mysterious “Black Petunias”.
13. Chocolate Cosmos
This Mexican flower can add a stylish twist to any black garden with its stunning maroon chocolaty tones and delicious fragrance that reminds you of chocolate.
14. Cantor Black
The Cantor Black is a deep toned, glossy flower that can be found in gardens and pots. The flowers look tall and upright which makes them delight for any gardener to view!
15. Black and White Minstrels
This flower will spice up any garden with its showy, sweet scent. The double blossom looks like lace and it’s very pleasing to smell because of the scalloped edge on each petal. You’ll want this flower in your yard!