5 plants that will keep your home smelling lovely
For some people, the scents that accompany store-bought air-fresheners, candles, and wax melts are overpowering and headache-inducing. And while simple fresh air is lovely to have in the house, sometimes you feel like doing more than just opening your windows right up. So we’ve got some plants you should consider keeping around your home if you want to keep the air fragrant without being overpowering.
Top tip: Position any of these plants by a window that gets a breeze for delicious wafts of subtle scent.
Basil: While you’re probably used to using this in dishes, you might not have realised you can get many different scented varieties of this beautiful herb. Try lemon or lime scents for a fresh, clean aroma.
Lavender: Not just a pretty face, lavender is another gorgeous-smelling herb with a deep, sweet scent.
Geraniums: With members of the geranium family smelling like everything, including orange, nutmeg, and chocolate, these gorgeous flowers can add colour and fragrance to your home.
Mint: We all know that mint is a great way to freshen up one’s breath after a meal, but its potently clean, fresh cent makes it a great way to freshen up the air in your kitchen or bathroom.
Anise hyssop: This one’s just for the liquorice fans, because it has a distinct liquorice smell and taste. You can actually eat this plant – it’s great as an unusual flavour enhancer for salads.
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