15 Plants That Will Make Your Home Smell Amazing

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There’s nothing quite like lovely fragrances in your home to help you relax, calm down and feel cozy. Scented candles and air fresheners do work, but there’s certainly nothing like the smell of nature. These green companions don’t simply bring in visual character; many additionally discharge lovely fragrances that can turn your home into a fragrant heaven.

If you’re keen on adding a bit of nature and sweetening up your living space, here’s a list of 15 plants that will naturally perfume your home with their intriguing scents.

Jasmine

The star of floral fragrance is Jasmine. Its exotic sweet smell awakening the air as its evening. You can grow it indoors and your home will feel like a tropical getaway. Jasmine also grows well in bright, indirect sunlight, and will make a great windowsill companion.

Eucalyptus

Aromatic eucalyptus is well known due to its sharp, invigorating scent, and found in spas to relax. Growing a eucalyptus plant will bring that spa like atmosphere into your home. You can also cut its leaves and dry them for use in bouquets and enjoy its aroma long after trimming.

Citrus Trees

Nothing beats the scent of citrus to wake you up. Indoor lemon, orange or lime trees will perfume your home with a fresh, zesty fragrance. Even better, if you’re lucky, you may even get some actual fruit out of them, for both fragrance and a splash of color in your space.

Orchids

Elegant though orchids are, some varieties, such as the vanilla orchid, also emit a mild sweet fragrance. While these flowers are a little more work, they are quite fragrant. The aroma is gentle and is for people that prefer a neutral aroma.

Geranium

Scented geraniums are a double delight: They bring a burst of color and are so fragrant (rose, lemon, or even chocolate!). They are easy to care for and come in a variety of scents, and will help to create any vibe you’d like in any room with minimal effort.

Tea Rose Begonia

You would be surprised with this plant because it has a blend of floral and slightly citrusy scent. Tea rose begonia adds a fragrance to your home and a visual beauty. It’s a super easy grower that will do well in bright, indirect light and moist soil.

Rosemary

Rosemary is more than just a kitchen herb, it’s a plant that will make your home smell wonderful too. According to Healthline, the pine like fragrance is strong and helps you be focused and remember things. It’s also a great one to keep in your home office or study for an aromatic productivity boost.

Bay Laurel

Bay laurel is a great fragrant plant that you can use a bit in the kitchen if you’re looking for one. The spicy woodsy leaves can be used in soups, stews, sauces. It’s a natural air freshener in the house, and it’s so handy in the kitchen.

Lemon Balm

Lemon balm has a subtle, but invigorating lemony scent. It is part of the mint family and it’s easy to grow indoors. Put it where it will get plenty of sun, and you will luxuriate in the citrusy aroma of a very cheery plant.

Hoya

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Wax plant or Hoya produce clusters of star shaped flowers possessing a sweet, almost honey like scent. Although slow growing, once it starts blooming, its fragrant flowers will give your home a rich, sweet, perfumed scent to brighten any room.

Lavender

One can’t call lavender anything but a classic when it comes to adding a calming aroma to a room. Known for reducing stress and helping you sleep, its fresh, herbal scent. Put it in the bedroom and you’ll have a natural sleep aid right next to your bed. Make sure it gets plenty of sunlight though.

Gardenia

Gardenia can quickly fill a room up with its intoxicatingly rich fragrance. But it’s a bit finicky with its care requirements of humid conditions and bright, indirect light. However, if treated correctly, it compliments you with fragrant creamy white bloom that you wouldn’t want to pass up.

Mint

While mint is wonderful for your kitchen and a fresh tea or mojito, it also provides a fresh, crisp smell that can refresh any room. Mint is super easy to grow, and even if you aren’t the greenest thumb, it will grow in your home, as this House Beautiful article attests. Plus, an extra burst of freshness comes from crushing a leaf between your fingers.

Sweet Alyssum

Although this small plant may be delicate, it has a punch to its sweet, honey like scent. Where its cascading flowers perfume the air around your home, it is perfect for window boxes or hanging baskets. Bright light and a subtle charm make sweet alyssum an excellent choice for your indoor garden.

Patchouli

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By its musky, deep scent, patchouli is an acquired taste, but has loyal fans. It is used often in perfumes and essential oils. If you grow patchouli indoors, you’ll fill your home with a very earthy, distinctive fragrance that is reminiscent of a bohemian, or even a mystical vibe.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.