There are a number of decorative ornamental plants that are used for aesthetic purposes. An ornamental plant extends a decorative effect, seldom grown for commercial value or any other value. It could be the color, texture or the plant specimen that brings about the decorative effect. Apart from flowers, the leaves, scent, fruit, stem and bark of ornamental plants qualify for decorative purposes. In the case of Rosa sericea, the prominent and rather vicious thorns are considered ornamental.

All you need to consider while selecting plant is that whether it suits the aesthetic purpose and is relatively easy to grow. The plants can be selected from any plant group, remember not to restrict your selection to a particular variety. As you proceed to select, bring about a co-ordination in terms of color, texture, size and dimension of plants. Plants cultivated for topiary and bonsai can also be considered as ornamental.

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