There is an old saying that we need to
"stop and smell the
roses" when we are stressed and need
to relax. Well, plenty of other plants in our beds and
borders can also emit very pleasant fragrances.
Perhaps
tops on my list are the trumpet lilies (Lilium)
which can have a very strong fragrance. Planting a few
of these near walkways, deck or back
porch can add
significantly to the enjoyment of your garden. Certain
hosta cultivars and such diverse plants as
Rodgersia will also perfume the garden.
Here is
a link to a "rookie's" list of plants that have
fragrance in their flowers and/or foliage.
