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All their other uses apart, aromatic herb mixtures can be enriched with dried, scented flowers to make up a potpourri. Sweet marjoram [2C] and sprigs of rosemary [3A] can be mixed with clover and petals and small buds of roses, verbena and pelargoniums. They are sometimes enclosed in linen satchels but are most often seen in decorative china containers lhat may be placed in cupboards and on Table tops lo release their scent throughoul the room.

In many respects, small containers are more difficult to place. Several small containers scattered about do not necessarily make a bold impact and can look fussy. Furthermore, a group of small containers can also be more difficult to maintain. However, they do come into their own when placed around the edges of larger containers to soften their outlines.

Try to create different levels when you group containers and arrange them in a tiered manner. Not only is this visually more exciting than a uniform row of pots, but each planting will be displayed to best effect and create a terrace-like cascade of foliage. Do not mix too many different types of containers in one group. Either choose containers of a similar style, or stick to one type of material, such as terracotta.