Decadent and different, purples from lavender to plum can make a dining area a treat for the eyes

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

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

You may fall for PPG Pittsburgh Paints’ Turning Oakleaf if you like your hues warm, mellow and cheery

Tall purple blooms bridge color gaps, contrast round flower forms and make for intriguing masses in the landscape

Royally beautiful but mingling well with the masses, plants with purple flowers or foliage are worthy of homage in any garden

Little-girl dreams find grown-up expression in rooms that work pink and purple into chic and sophisticated palettes

Whatever shade you choose — lilac, plum, mauve or aubergine — purple makes a statement

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

Eggplant purple on walls or furniture offers a rewarding payoff: confident, luxurious rooms in homes from traditional to modern