Potting on a winter show PART 2

Nick Bailey banishes January blues with a sophisticated container display that's guaranteed to lift the spirits

After the frantic festivities, many of us will be feeling a bit down in the doldrums at this time of year, so reignite seasonal joy by creating an elegant container display. Reflecting the spirit of January, this pot recipe is icy cold in terms of colour, but positively bursting with new life.

Based around a pale-blue pot, this scheme sticks to a limited palette of blues, greys, greens and white, all finished off with a cushion-like topping of moss. This container will bloom through January and February, making it perfect for perking up a winter patio.

Inspired by the ice chill of January, this container makes use of cool-coloured blue and grey foliage plants to show off the pure-white blooms at the front of the display. Ideal for cheering up a dark corner or creating a focal point on a patio, this container will perform for many months.