Kitchen Appliance Colors Inspired by Wildflowers

April 29, 2020 by Big Chill

A wildflower, by definition, is a flower that grows in the wild, meaning it was not intentionally seeded or planted. In spring and summer seasons, we can look forward to the earth showing off its vibrant colors when wildflowers break the soil and climb up toward the sun, showing off their impressive petals and stems. Wildflowers are exciting, giving us something to look forward to when the sun begins to work its magic. Just like colorful home décor or accessories, wildflowers are Mother Nature’s natural pops of personality and color.

Every flower color from a bright yellow to a deep red offers a rich and meaningful story, and nearly every sentiment imaginable can be expressed with flowers. In your home, using color can create the same effect, sparking joy or motivation simply from it’s vibrancy. Using color in your kitchen inspired by the wildflowers outdoors can help you bring the purity of nature into your home, nourishing you naturally with organic color therapy.

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1.) Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

Found throughout the U.S., this eye-catching orange wildflower is a favorite of the monarch butterfly. The butterfly milkweed is full of toxins and doesn’t want to be eaten, secreting a thick latex that gums up the mouthparts of the monarch larvae. To counteract this, monarch larvae cut notches in the leaves to slow the flow of latex while they eat, resulting in a delicate balance of nature that allows both to survive.

These orange wildflowers are bright and bold, highlighting the playful and vivid colors of the natural world. Orange flowers are known to symbolize feelings of excitement and enthusiasm, and the color orange can bring the same positive feelings to your home when used in decoration. In your kitchen, the color orange will bring liveliness and warmth to any space. Pair with neutral colors, like white, tan, or gray, or contrasting cool colors like green or blue.

Feeling the orange? Check out Big Chill Appliances in Shades of Tangerine.

Photo Source: Bruce Leander for Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Big Chill Custom Colors: #2003 Pastel Orange and #2009 Traffic Orange

Big Chill Retro 30″ Stove and Retro Bungalow Hood in Premium Orange

2.) Common Knapweed (Centaurea nigra)

The common knapweed produces pinkish-purple, thistle-like flowers that feature long leaves and colorful petals. This attractive wildflower is ideal for a wildlife garden, as it is a useful source of nectar for insects during the spring and summer, while its seedheads provide foods for birds during the winter months. The Common Knapweed can be found on all kinds of grasslands, from roadside edges, clifftops or lawns. Common Knapweed is a European native species that have been introduced over time to many other parts of the world, including North America.

Purple flowers are said to represent dignity, pride, and success, with origins of the color purple being tied to royalty and ceremony. In your kitchen, this bright and punchy variation of purple brings joy and positive feelings, providing an aesthetic focal point that is anything but boring. Use as a statement piece on kitchen appliances, mixing with either neutral colors or vibrant colors for a look that is uniquely you.

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Big Chill Custom Color: #4008 Signal Violet

3.) Chocolate Daisy (Berlandiera lyrata)

Found in the south-central and southwest U.S., this attractive wildflower is named and known for its heavenly, cocoa-esque scent. Growing primarily in warm climates, the chocolate daisy sports hairy silver foliage that reflects heat, and is great for attracting friendly pollinators.

Yellow flowers burst with happiness, symbolizing the bonds of friendship, family, and the taste of success and pride. When used in your kitchen or home, the color yellow is said to evoke feelings of joy. Use yellow in your kitchen to attract positive energy and feelings, pairing with classic neutrals like white or with unexpected color combinations, like blue or green. Feeling inspired by the chocolate daisy? Yellow and brown can actually complement each other when paired harmoniously and strategically in kitchen décor.

Photo Source: Bruce Leander for Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Big Chill Custom Color: #1021 English Yellow

4.) Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)

Found throughout the U.S. except for the Northwest, this stunning wildflower hides mostly in moist, shady woodland areas and attract hummingbirds that come from miles around. The cardinal flower possesses an intoxicating quality, with a vibrant red hue that is almost breathtaking in its vibrancy.

Red flowers are said to represent strength, desire, and passionate love in any form. Courage, beauty, and heat are all associated with the color red, and when used in your home can bring forth these positive associations. The color red carries indisputable energy that can transform any space. Said to be an appetite stimulant, the color red in your kitchen can evoke feelings of comfort and inspiration. Use on appliances as a statement piece, pairing with neutral colors like classic white to bring out its true vibrancy.

Photo Source: Bruce Leander for Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Big Chill Custom Colors: #3020 Traffic Red and #2002 Vermillion

5.) Queen’s Crown (Clementsia rhodantha)

Found in high elevations of the Southwest United States, Queens Crown has pale pink to deep rose-red flowers which grow in a cluster at the top of each stem. Inhabiting wet areas of mountains or meadows up to 12,000 feet, Queens Crown is most commonly found in bogs or alongside streambanks. Queen’s Crown blooms from June to August, with its succulent leaves turning a brilliant shade of orange-red in autumn.

Pink flowers are said to represent grace, happiness, and gentility. From the small buds to a pink garden rose to the open petals of a pink peony in bloom, pink blossoms are said to convey innocence, youth, and joy. In your kitchen, the color pink can evoke feelings of peace and feminity. Pink appliances are a statement piece, creating instant vibrancy and a focal point that makes your kitchen instantly unique. Pink pairs well with a large variety of other vibrant colors, like green, orange, or red, and with neutral shades like white, gray, or tan.

Photo Source: Bruce Leander for Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Big Chill Custom Colors: #3017 Rose, #3014 Antique Pink, #3015 Light Pink

Big Chill Retro Original Refrigerator in custom color #3014 Antique Pink

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