Colors of Summer: YELLOW – Bring on the Sunshine!

Bring on the sunshine with the warm Colors of Summer of  YELLOW! Enjoy a refreshing glass of homemade basil lemonade while sitting on your front steps of Preservation maintenance-free, insect-resistant siding. Hello yellow!

Recipe:
1 bunch fresh basil leaves from your local farmers market (Salem on Thursdays)
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 cups lemon juice (about 10 to 15 lemons) and the lemon zest from the lemons
4 cups cold or sparkling water
2 cups of ice
To create simple syrup: combine basil, sugar, 1 cup of water and lemon zest in a sauce pan and simmer for 5 minutes until all the sugar has dissolved. Let it cool and  strain the syrup.

In a pitcher, combine lemon juice,  cold water, syrup and ice. Stir and serve! Garnish with basil leaves and slices of lemon. Enjoy this refreshing treat this summer!

If you’re feeling inspired by this summer shade, don’t stop here—explore the full spectrum of our Colors of Summer series. Each color has its own story, personality, and design possibilities. Visit these other pages to find the perfect summer color inspiration for your next home project:

• Bright Red – Abundance & Bold Style 
• Fresh Green – Nature & Sun Protection
• Navy – Coastal Calm & Classic Appeal
• Crisp White – Clean, Timeless Brightness
• Coastal Blue – Cool Escape & Relaxation
• Soft Pink – Subtle Pop of Color
• Bold Black – Modern, Striking Contrast