To create a garden that smells fantastic, you must choose the right flowers.
We have some suggestions.
Creating a beautifullylandscaped path is great for curb appeal.
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But it’s made more impressive when all your senses are invokedincluding scent.
Here some top picks for outdoor plants that smell amazing.
This aromatic plant is best grown in acidic, consistently moist, well-drained soils.
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It can grow in full sun, but partial shade in the afternoons in hot climates is preferred.
Be sure to use a fertilizer for this acid-loving plant during the growing season.
The pleasing scent will strike you, even from several feet away.
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This plant needs moist, well-drained soil.
Remember to prune older shoots after blooming to encourage new growth, which will produce new blooms.
Zones:7 to 10
Frangipani (Plumeria sp.)
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This plant benefits from fertilizer with a formulation high in phosphorus.
This tree enjoys full sun with rich soil that doesn’t dry out.
Be sure to fertilize every three to four months.
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It performs best in morning sun and afternoon shade with a well-drained, rich soil.
It will also benefit from a balanced fertilizer throughout the year.
It thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil.
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To care, provide regular water and a balanced fertilizer throughout the year.
An annual pruning will help keep the foliage in check.
Plant them in the fall in the ground or in planters.
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Just be sure to keep children and pets from eating them, because the bulbs are toxic.
They thrive best when exposed to six to eight hours of sunlight a day.
They thrive in partial shade, and they like soil with a lower pH.
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It needs alkaline soil and at least six hours of full sun.
Water dianthus whenever it’s dry, and it requires fertilizer every two months.
Their fragrance is similar to that of jasmine.
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They bloom in a wide range of colors and thrive in full sun and rich soil.
Their scent is strongest after dark.
They’re typically purple, but can be pink or white.
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They need at least six hours of full sun, and well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil.
Water lilacs whenever they appear dry, and apply fertilizer once in winter.
They are usually white but sometimes pink, and they grow best in either full or partial shade.
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They prefer soil that’s well-drained and slightly acidic.
Tall phlox thrive in direct sunlight, while other varieties grow best in partial shade.
They need regular water, a balanced fertilizer, and nutrient-rich soil.
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Zones:4 - 8
Honeysuckle
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Known for itsbright red colorand sweet scent, honeysuckle screams summertime.
This flower attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, making your garden cheerful.
Honeysuckle is typically red or sometimes white, and it’s pretty low-maintenance.
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Try planting honeysuckle ontrellisesand fences to upgrade your yard’s appeal (and make it smell oh-so-good).
Zones: 4 to 10
Magnolia
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Magnolia flowers spark a citrus, floral scent.
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These fragrant flowers come in many shapes, sizes, and colors.
White, pink, red, purple, or yellow are all the color options for magnolias.
confirm to find a spot in your garden that receives full sun to light shade for optimal care.
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Zones:4 to 9
Daphne
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This flower has a combination notes of floral, citrus, and sweet scents.
The daphne flower comes in a range of gorgeous colors, such as pink, lavender, or white.
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For plant care, daphne flowers should be planted in moist soil and sun to part shade.
As if we couldn’t love this flower enough, it comes in a variety of colors.
To keep good care of sweet peas, plant in the full sun in well-drained soil.
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Zones:3 to 8
Freesia
You may recognize the freesia flower from wedding bouquets.
With its multiple colored blooms and fruity scent, it’s a great option for weddings or your backyard.
Some bright color varieties include red, yellow, pink, purple, orange, and more.
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Keep this plant in good condition by planting in full sun and well-drained soil.
With a honey scent, this flower does attract pollinators, and it also attracts butterflies and songbirds.
This flower prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil.
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This flower comes in both a purple and burgundy color.
For plant upkeep, butterfly bushes prefer moist, well-drained soils that are planted in partial to full sun.
Roses work wonders to compliment your backyard with the color options.
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From gold to pink, the color possibilities are endless.
Zones:5 to 11
Heliotrope
The heliotrope flower evokes a sweet, floral scent into your garden.
This flower key in comes in an array of colors such as purple, blue, and white.
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Zones:3 to 10
North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Gardenia jasminoides.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Jasminum officianale.
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University of Florida Gardening Solutions.Plumeria.
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Wisconsin Extension Master Gardener.Ylang-Ylang.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Hedychium coronarium.
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Missouri Botanical Garden.Murraya paniculata.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Cestrum aurantiacum.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Hyacinthus orientalis.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Dianthus caryophyllus.
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Missouri Botanical Garden.Nicotiana sylvestris.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Paeonia lactiflora.
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Missouri Botanical Garden.Syringa vulgaris.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Convallaria majalis.
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Missouri Botanical Garden.Phlox paniculata.
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University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.Coral Honeysuckle.
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Magnolia Selection, Care, and Maintenance.Magnolia.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Daphne Odora.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Sweet Pea.Accessed March 7, 2024.
North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Freesia.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Alyssum.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Butterfly Bush.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Moonflower.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Roses.
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North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.Heliotrope.
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