Feel-good fragrance

It’s well known that plants have the power to boost our mood and calm our minds, which means that being in a green space is good for our well-being. Add scented plants to the mix and their soothing and therapeutic benefits enhance our own little oasis of calm in the garden. The more compact your space, the more intense the experience. One quick sniff of an aromatic plant gives us a warm and fussy feeling. Lavender can help you sleep much better, citrus-scented plants, such as lemon balm, make you feel more energised, while vanilla-scented plants such as nemesia can boost your mood. Breathing in the scent of flowers before bed can lead to better dreams. So sitting in the garden surrounded by perfumed plants is one of the best things we can do to give us a real feel-good boost.