How To Grow an Aromatic Garden at Home

We all love to have a fresh aromatic smell in our house. A small well-planned garden in the balcony or on the long French windows can make the house look colourful with bright flowers and smell good with fresh aromatic herbs and vegetables. Having a small garden will help purify the air in the house and keep you healthy. Further using fresh herbs and vegetables grown from your garden can take the flavour of your cooking to the next level. In this article, we show you How To Grow an Aromatic Garden at Home.

All you need is information of what types of flowers and herbs to grow. Try to get information of flowers that smell good, are easy to maintain, their blooming time, their colours etc. You can place strong smelling plants like jasmine directly under the sun, while others can be kept away from the sun. Many aromatic herbs are easy to grow and only need good soil and pots. Many plants release their smell or aroma when they are brushed or touched.

How To Grow an Aromatic Garden at Home

Let us look at some easy aromatic plants and herbs which can be planted in the kitchen.

Roses

Roses are one of the most loved flowers. They are beautiful and easy to maintain. There are many different types of roses like honey perfume, fragrant plum, autumn damask etc. Select the one that you can take care of and which will not need too much of maintenance.

Jasmine

Jasmine flowers are extremely fragrant and have a strong smell. They grow in clusters and have a sweet fragrant smell, especially at night. Jasmine is a vine that grows with support and so it can be planted indoors as well. You can grow it in pots, can hang it on windows with support or in your balcony. It does not need direct sunlight and can grow easily.

Jasmine fragrance is an important ingredient in the perfume industry because of its smell and soothing effect. There are more than 300 species of the jasmine plant, which are mostly found in hot tropical climates.

Lavender

Lavender is one such plant which is aromatic and has a lovely colour. This plant needs plenty of sunlight so place it where there is more than enough sunlight. Always prune it by cutting down the dead flowers so that new ones can grow.

Dried and dead lavender flowers also have a great scent and so you can collect them in a bowl and keep it near the bedside table or on the center coffee table in the living room. It also acts as a natural repellent.

Lavender oil is a common ingredient in perfumes, essential aromatic oils, shampoos, soaps etc.  Modern research has also indicated that the lavender aroma helps in soothing and calming, which further helps in getting good sleep.

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Rosemary

The Rosemary herb is also a fragrant herb which is extensively used in cooking. It can be easily grown indoors or on a balcony. Its unique woody smell is a good mosquito repellent. If you love herbs and spices, then this is one herb that should always be a part of your indoor garden.

Mint

Mint is one of the most healthy and fragrant herbs. It has a strong and fresh smell. Mint has lots of health benefits due to its medicinal properties. It can be added to tea, soups, salads etc. Whenever you brush its leaves, it releases a fragrance.

The Mint plant needs lots of water and should be planted away from the sunlight. Take a container or pot which has good drainage. Water the mint plant regularly for healthy growth.

Fresh basil

Fresh basil has a strong and pungent smell. Basil needs a lot of sunlight and plenty of water. Once the flowers come, remove them immediately to preserve the flavour of the plant. Basil is one of the most important herbs and also one of the main ingredient in many cuisines like Italian etc.

Eucalyptus plant

The Eucalyptus plant is a medicinal plant with lots of health benefits. Though most of us have seen eucalyptus trees outside, it can also be planted indoors. You need to plant it in a large pot which has good drainage and lots of fertile soil. Potted eucalyptus plants are fragrant and smell like menthol. The smell of the eucalyptus plant relieves chest congestion and is a great mosquito repellent. It requires plenty of sunlight and water.

Gardenias

Gardenias are loved for their beautiful bloom and fragrance. Having a Gardenia in the house will enhance the look of the house. Gardenia requires a lot of care and attention. An indoor gardenia plant requires good soil, indirect sunlight and well-drained pots. It is a plant which is a shrub and needs good air circulation. These plants love the tropical and warm climate. They also prefer moist soil and partial shade. This plant has a lovely bloom and fragrance and is a treat for the eyes.

Geranium

Geranium is a good indoor plant which is easy to grow and has a subtle fragrance. This plant needs good sunlight and water. Regular pruning of the tree will help the plant to grow well. When you touch the leaves of this plant its fragrance is released.

These are some of the easy growing aromatic plants that can be planted inside the house or in the balcony. Most of these plants have health benefits due to their fragrance. We would encourage you to plant a small aromatic indoor garden in the balcony or on window sills. You will love the fresh fragrance of these flowers and herbs.

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