Experiment with a unique container garden concept this season by utilizing edible plants in an antiquated tin bath, contributing to a rustic aesthetic.
Jo Thompson, a renowned garden designer, has created a captivating container planting design that showcases a harmonious blend of edible plants and ornamentals. The design, reminiscent of a self-seeded patch of wildflowers and grasses, is both visually appealing and practical, providing a bounty of fresh produce right near the house.
The container of choice for this design is an old zinc trough with handles, lending a rustic charm to the arrangement. Nestled within its textured foliage are chives (Allium schoenoprasum) and fennel (Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum'), their purple drumheads and filigree foliage providing a striking contrast.
The chives, ready to harvest from late spring and early summer, are not just visually appealing but edible as well. Their flowers can be snipped to produce new leaves, extending their harvest season. The fennel, too, is ready for harvest during the same period, adding another layer of freshness to the pot.
The container planting design also features white ragged robin (Silene flos-cuculi 'White Robin'), orlaya (Orlaya grandiflora), and aquilegia (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Nivea'). The white flowers of the orlaya partner well with the pretty aquilegia flowers, creating a delicate and harmonious color palette.
This planting is designed to be just as at home as an ornamental display as it would be sitting near a kitchen door for snipping. Thompson suggests that white alyssum and purple pansies could be used in a similar old zinc trough, while silver foliage plants, small ornamental grasses, or additional spring bulbs could harmonize well to achieve a similar look.
It's worth noting that the plants used in the design are hardy and have RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) ratings for their hardiness, ensuring they can thrive in various climates.
For those interested in learning more about this container planting design, Jo Thompson has a video discussing the design in detail. Information about tickets, dates, and details for the Chelsea Flower Show, where this design was showcased, can be found. The old pot near the house can be used to appreciate the textural harmonies and the delicate colors of late spring, making it a perfect addition to any garden.
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