Herbal paradise: which plants from your garden can become aromatic spices
UAportal has prepared tips for planting plants with a good aroma. This will not only decorate the landscape of your yard, but also provide an opportunity to diversify your culinary creations with fragrant herbs. Perennial or annual, these herbs will create unique compositions and add depth to your dishes.
The optimal placement of this aromatic bed is in a sunny to partial sunny location, as this allows the plants to release powerful aromatic substances.
Common oregano
This widely used spice adds depth to main dishes and can even be brewed into healthy herbal teas.
Lavender
Known for its versatility, lavender is a must-have plant in any garden. This bush can turn your flower bed into a picturesque flowering field.
The abundance of fragrant purple flowers makes this plant visually stunning. Lavender thrives in well-lit areas with acid-neutral soil, and its essential oils have a variety of benefits, including promoting better sleep when brewed into tea.
Schisandra
Although some people consider it an exotic plant, growing lemongrass in your garden is easier than you might think. Not only will it fill your outdoor space with a refreshing lemony scent, but it will also help to repel annoying insects.
Schisandra thrives in partially shaded locations, and its height depends on the regional climate. Regular watering is necessary due to its extensive root system.
Lovage
Known for its wonderful aroma and medicinal properties, lovage is a versatile plant used in both folk medicine and cooking. The small flowers that adorn the top of lovage form charming inflorescences.
Other aromatic herbs suitable for your scented flower bed include rosemary, mint, rhubarb, rue, rue, celery, asparagus, thyme, fennel, wild garlic, sage, and sorrel. These plants not only create an overall appeal, but also serve practical purposes in your garden and culinary endeavors.
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