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JULY 2019 / SOUTHERNLIVING.COM
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RETHINK YOUR PORCH PLANTING with a container that proves there’s
elegance and purpose in simplicity. Fragrant rosemary, basil, and lemon grass
accent soft blue plumbago in this tabletop setup. The best part? While the scent
appeals to garden party guests, it could also help keep pests at arm’s length.
Start with a young lemon grass plant positioned in the center of the pot. Then
add the flowering plumbago around that. On the outermost edges, fill in the
gaps with basil and rosemary, alternating the two if you wish or placing them
on opposite sides of the container. å
ENDLESS REFILLS
Clip (and use!)
the basil frequently.
This will help it grow
and also keep it from
overtaking the rest
of the display.
CONTAINER OF THE MONTH
Herb Appeal
An easy, eye-catching arrangement
that’s perfect for small spaces
BY KATHERINE OWEN
PRODUCED BY MARK THOMPSON
BASIL
ROSEMARY
LEMON GRASS
PLUMBAGO
