The following is a list of considerations when selecting plants:

• Choose plants that have a desirable flower color and foliage.

• Know the potential size of the plant in order to fit proportionally within the garden.

• Select plants that bloom throughout the growing season.

• Determine the amount of sunlight in the garden area and select plants that will thrive with that amount of light.

• Select plants that will grow well in the soil condition of the garden area.

• Look for healthy plants that appear vigorous.

• Choose plants that all have the same water requirements.

• Avoid rootbound plants

• Avoid plants that have insects or disease.

• Keep in mind that some flower colors may not compliment other flower colors.

• Flowers of red, pink, blue, and purple are "cool" colors and will soften a garden. Flowers of orange and yellow are "hot" colors and will brighten a garden.