These offer many color variations. The snapdragon provides interest to a planting scheme. This fragrant favorite offers a range of colors and long, narrow gray-green leaves. The clustered flowers on erect stocks are attractive and long-lasting in cut arrangements. For contrast with the flowers you could use foliage plants with beautiful texture and color variations.
Some varieties offer variegated leaves.
Cotoneaster is another easy care plant with pretty foliage and graceful arching branches. The fall brings attractive berries.