Baubles, lights and sparkle: the Christmas tree – whether ceiling-scraping or diminutive – heralds the arrival of magic into the household for 12 enchanted days. And while the main event takes its annual stellar turn, it is down to the understated accessories that surround it to really make it shine. The hardworking, discreet Ashby Blackened Plant Pot is exactly that conscientious Trojan-like piece that pulls the whole ensemble together. Its pared-back, rustic aesthetic, its rolled edges and its undulating surface make it the ideal planter for a small, table-top tree, while its simple blackened finish recalls the simplicity of Nordic Christmases. And as is the way with such assured simplicity, it is commendably versatile too; it works beautifully as a year-round indoor planter in bucolic cottage settings or contemporary urban homes. .

Dimensions: Height 23cm, Diameter 19cm.