The front porch can be one of the most important spaces in your home. It sets the tone as visitors drop by. It’s also often a place to sit and relax in, catching up with friends over a drink, or simply taking some time to yourself with a book and a good coffee.
You can furnish it as you would any other welcoming space in the house, albeit one with a swing seat instead of a sofa. But you can also surround yourself with , and , and start to bring the natural beauty of your yard to your doorstep, to create a beautifully scented first impression. Pick flowers that will wreath the porch in color and you with a heady fragrance.
Some create ambience, while others even help to , allowing you some uninterrupted time to sit and relax. ‘I love a great entrance, and there is no better way to welcome your guests than with fragrant flowers and herbs,’ says , floral supervisor at Blackberry Mountain. ‘My favorite smelling plants work in most (up to 9) with proper care.
These include climbers like heirloom roses, Carolina jasmine, 'peaches and cream' honeysuckle, and climbing hydrangea. Perennials such as bee balm and coneflower, as well as herbs like spearmint, thyme and chives also work very well. ‘When shopping for containers, I choose a variety of sizes with ones that allow climbers plenty of room to grow, and smaller ones for the herbs and flowers.
Use three to five containers, and be sure to give each plant some room to mature.' Elizabeth is responsible for designing the flor.
