Between spring and summer, plants are in full bloom. But each one has its own... perfume, a particular essence, which is also good to know when mixing them. Choosing plants for outdoor use in summer must take into account several factors, such as the space's exposure, the climate, and, last but not least, the time available for care.
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SCENTED PLANTS IN SUMMER
The cultivation of plant scented It's highly sought-after, especially by those who can't afford a garden and must make do with a balcony or terrace to enjoy the summer. Fragrant plants are plentiful and require constant attention, even if, ultimately, they're simple to care for. To make them grow flowers flourishing and very fragrant, you need to take some precautions and choose the right tools to care for them dailySuitable pots and, of course, specific soil are essential to allow the plants to thrive. Pots should be placed on the ground, suspended from the wall, or attached to railings to ensure a dramatic, visually striking effect.
Summer is the best time to add color to your outdoor space and fill it with new scents. Of course, it's good to know the most beautiful varieties and also knowing how to mix them together, olfactory-wise, as well as chromatically. It would be unpleasant, in fact, to create confusion between the aromas, generating an unpleasant effect. Some of these plant They also have bark or leaves, as well as flowers, which spread heavenly scents.
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These are The 10 plants that smell the most in summer, in our garden, on the terrace and on the balcony.
PINK
Lapink It is one of the most loved and fragrant plants, also used to create essences in the cosmetics field. Pink There are many varieties, and the most fragrant is undoubtedly the Tea Rose. This plant requires very sunny locations; it dislikes cold and wind.
LAVENDER
La lavender essence Like the rose, it is widely used to create essences and fragrances for the home. Its fragrance is powerful and long-lasting. It's a visual highlight on a balcony, and it also keeps insects and mosquitoes at bay.
ELIOTOPRO
Its distinctive scent is reminiscent of vanilla. This plant is perfect for a balcony, as it's also visually pleasing, with its small flowers ranging from lilac to pink.
JASMINE
Il jasmine On the balcony, it also makes a perfect hedge, providing shelter from the wind and privacy. It grows quickly and should be planted over a trellis so it can grow straight. Its scent is truly intoxicating in the summer.
MAHONIA
La mahonia It is a plant of oriental origin, with small yellow flowers whose delicate scent recalls that of lily of the valley. The small flowers appear on the branches, in beautiful upright inflorescences. Its leaves are dark green and spiny.
GLADIOLUS
Il gladiolus It's beautiful and elegant. A perfect flower for decorating a balcony, flowerbeds, borders, and walls. The "grandis" variety in particular is truly chameleonic, appearing rusty brown during the day and pale blue at night. Its scent is also strong and persistent, similar to that of carnations.
NICOTIANA ALATA
La nicotiana alata It belongs to a species of perennial and annual herbaceous plants used for ornamental purposes. Nicotiana produces beautiful tubular flowers with five petals, whose color varies from white to red to pink. These give off a very intense scent, especially at night. The flowers last all summer. Nicotiana grows well in both partial shade and partial sun, and is resistant to drought but it cannot tolerate low temperatures.
PETUNIA
La petunia It belongs to a genus that includes annual and perennial species, which can reach 1 meter in height. It also includes many hybrids, and some of these varieties bloom in both spring and winter. Its flowers are trumpet-shaped and come in a variety of colors. Petunias require partial shade. Its leaves are dark green, and its scent is distinctive and recognizable.
WALLWALL
La wallflower Native to the Mediterranean region, it has ash-colored leaves and its flowers, which appear in spring, are small, purple, and pleasantly scented. Wallflowers grow well in both full sun and partial shade, and their scent can spread for meters when the plant is in flower.
BEAUTIFUL AT NIGHT
La Beautiful at night Native to Peru, it can reach a maximum height of 1 meters and has beautiful bright green leaves. Its flowers, in a variety of colors, from white to red to yellow, are composed of many different shades of hue. They open in the evening and have a very sweet scent.
PLANTS TO PERFUME THE HOUSE
The most suitable plants for scenting the house even in summer are definitely jasmine, geranium, lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, and all aromatic plants. Thu Find the right tips for making your home smell natural.
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