Greenery is not a “green with envy” hue, unlike 2013’s color of the year, Emerald, which symbolized luxury. Greenery actually taps into the opposite: minimalism.

Time it correctly.Unlike the lush holiday decor in those made-for-TV movies, live greenery won’t last from Thanksgiving through New Year’s (with some exceptions).

The color experts have spoken: 2017 will be the year of green. Pantone Color Institute unveiled on Thursday its choice for the upcoming color of the year, "PANTONE 15-0343 Greenery." ...