Jasmine
This plant is a flexible shrub, which makes it a climbing plant that can hang along a support. It can be grown in pots, tubs or in the ground. Indeed, depending on the variety, it tolerates frost more or less well and, depending on the region in which you live, you may need to shelter it in the wrong season. Jasmine gives off such an intense scent that not everyone can stand it.
Daphne
The winter flowering of this plant with colorful balls will delight you. Depending on the variety, it is a more or less hardy plant. It gives off a scent that is both delicate and intense. However, be careful to keep it out of the reach of children and pets, as it is a poisonous plant.
Sweet Pea
This annual plant is an easy to grow climbing plant since it is sufficient to cut off the faded flowers. It grows quickly to brighten up a fence, a fence, etc. It can be installed in the sun or slightly in the shade. Also called Lathyrus odoratus, it gives off a delicate scent and comes in different colors.
Mexican orange
This shrub is quite rustic since it supports temperatures down to -10 ° C / -15 ° C. Its leaves give off a scent of orange peel. Then, in spring when it blooms, it gives off an odor reminiscent of orange blossoms. It finds its place in a free hedge or in a massif. However, it can very well be grown in a pot.
Wisteria
Wisteria is a climbing plant that can be used to dress a pergola, for example. In addition, it is rustic which allows you to enjoy it regardless of the region in which you live. In spring, your wisteria will sport long fragrant clusters. They can be blue, white, in different shades of purple. To control the wild growth of wisteria, it needs to be pruned regularly.
Honeysuckle
There are different varieties of honeysuckle. Some have lianas while others form shrubs. Depending on the variety, they are characterized by a very specific and more or less intense fragrance. Easy to cultivate, they can be installed in the ground or in a container.
Mint
Mint, regardless of its variety, has a well-known minty scent. Mint is very hardy and is easy to grow in the sun or partial shade. It does not require any maintenance, however, it is best to channel it to avoid being invaded.
Buddleia
Also called “butterfly tree”, the buddleia is a deciduous shrub that adorns itself with voluminous paniculate flowers from June to October. It comes in different colors: from white to purple, including roses. Its very strong scent helps attract butterflies. However, this shrub tends to spread very easily, probably too much, making it a variety classified as invasive.
Mimosa
These small trees bloom at the end of winter. Their yellow pompoms are then very fragrant. Mimosa is a plant that appreciates the sun. Among the varieties we will mention the acacia dealbata which is the hardiest of all and can withstand temperatures down to -10 ° C.
Sarcococca
This evergreen shrub is easy to grow, although it grows slowly. It can be installed under a tree since it supports very shady locations. During the winter, it is covered with small bells in the shape of a star of cream color and then gives off an odor reminiscent of vanilla mixed with jasmine.
Gardenia
Here again, it is an evergreen shrub whose flowers are very fragrant. However, it is rather common in gardens in hot climates. Indeed, if you live in a cold region, it is better to grow it in a pot to bring it in before the first frosts. It is a demanding plant that needs a light exposure, without scorching sun, without drafts, and which thrives in a mild and humid climate, in fertile soil and little or no limestone.
Syringe
More commonly known as “Jasmine of the poets”, this fast growing shrub is very hardy. It adapts quite easily to different types of soil. However, he prefers a sunny location. In spring, it is covered with a remarkable white bloom which gives off a bewitching fragrance, especially in the evening.
Pink
We can’t talk about fragrant flowers without talking about roses. The large number of varieties offers an extremely wide choice. Some are also famous for their fragrance. We can cite Gertrude Jekyll which is highly sought after for its smell, but also Madame Isaac Pereire. Some have an unusual scent like Absolutely Fabulous that smells like roses and licorice, for example.
Pelargonium
This plant is a perennial herb, but cultivated as an annual. It is very resistant to drought and can be planted in a container or in the ground. Its foliage gives off a scent that varies depending on the variety. Pelargoniums can thus smell of apples, apricots, citrus fruits, etc. Their small flowers are abundant and vary between white, pink and mauve.
Magnolias
The magnolia is a large shrub or tree depending on the variety. Some are evergreen and will therefore have a summer bloom while the deciduous magnolias bloom around April. In any case, they all present a breathtaking bloom. The most fragrant of all the magnolias is probably the magnolia x wieseneri.
Lilac
This deciduous shrub is widely known for its flowering giving off a strong fragrance. Its floral scent is very attractive to bees and butterflies. It thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Its long panicles of flowers can be white, or come in different shades of purple.