Garden Media Group shares products aligned with Color of the Year Mocha Mousse
The rich, mellow brown hue of Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, resonates deeply with our industry, said Garden Media Group president Katie Dubow.
She shared a roundup of some of the best plants and products to help garden retailers, designers, growers and landscapers integrate this trending hue into their 2025 offerings:
Oasis Forage Geo Pot
Eco-friendly and lightweight, these mocha-hued containers bring sophistication to arrangements. Their ceramic-like appearance, constructed from renewable materials, aligns beautifully with sustainable trends.
Distylium ‘Cast in Bronze’
Brown-tinted new growth matures into glossy dark green foliage. This evergreen adds depth and structure to any landscape. It thrives in full sun to part shade and perfect in Zones 7-9.
Cleyera ‘Bronze Beauty’
Chocolate-hued new growth gives way to emerald green foliage, making this evergreen a standout for hedges or privacy screens. It’s heat-tolerant, low-maintenance, and perfect for Zones 7 to 10.
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Recommended by Mary Phillips of the National Wildlife Federation, this native plant’s blooms change from a pristine white to rustic brown, creating year-round interest and beautiful dried flower arrangements. It prefers partial sun to full shade, slightly acidic soil, and thrives in Zones 5 to 9.
Jackson & Perkins Southern Magnolia Gift Tree
Featuring glossy green leaves with velvety brown undersides, this gift-ready tree is both a stunning indoor plant and a timeless landscape addition. Zones 6 to 9.
Chocolate Anthurium
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With its rich chocolate-purple flowers, this tropical plant offers year-round blooms and makes a striking indoor accent for the Mocha Mousse trend.
Photos courtesy of Garden Media Group.
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