Top 5 Fragrant Spring Flowering Shrubs | NatureHills.com

Scents of Spring: Five Fragrant Spring Flowering Bushes Hey guys, It’s Whit from NatureHills.com. I’m back with the second installment of our Scents of Spring series and this one is going to be all about fragrant bushes and shrubs! Shrubs, with their smaller forms give gardeners some placement flexibility that trees simply can’t. Hey, you can’t go wrong with these options. You’ll like them and your nose will LOVE them. I’ve got FIVE fragrant shrubs that are going to take your landscape to the next level. Of course this is the part where I remind you that there are WAYYYY more than 5 kinds of fragrant shrubs so you should definitely go check out our site to see these and many more. Now let’s get right too it shall we. #5 Flowering Pieris The unique bell-shaped flowers, that if I’m being honest, only nature could think up, complement the sweet honey fragrance of Flowering Pieris, also known as Andromeda. This flowering shrub is a lesser-known variety but all the more noteworthy for its delightfully fragrant scent. Katsura Pieris is a pretty little aromatic pink number you’ll definitely want to add to your cart! #5 Flowering Pieris - Growing zones 5-8, year-round interest, bell-shaped flowers in early spring. Shop: https://www.naturehills.com/katsura-p... #4 Gardenia Gardenia is one of the most unforgettable scents in the game. These are wonderful additions to a garden in need of some southern charm. Gardenia’s high demand for humidity makes it hardy to southern climates but it can be grown as a houseplant in cooler climates. Try the customer favorite Frost Proof Gardenia or Jubilation™ Gardenia for an exquisite fragrance lasting all summer long. #4 Gardenia - Growing zones 6-10, performs best in southern climates and has distinctive pure white blossoms. Shop: https://www.naturehills.com/bushes-an... #3 Butterfly Bushes The large cone-shaped blooms and the honey-like fragrance of the native Buddleja go together like yin and yang. You’ll just love the scent and the birds, bees, and, especially, butterflies will flock to your garden because of it! Your pollinator garden isn’t complete without a Butterfly Bush! Try Perfecta Trifecta for a collection of three top-rated varieties and the trademark honey scent of Buddleja. #3 Butterfly Bushes - Mainly growing zones 5-9, fast-growing, range of color options. Shop: https://www.naturehills.com/bushes-an... #2 Roses You can count on Rugosa types as well as many Hybrid Teas to give off that unmistakable rose fragrance. Although, not all roses are scented so take care when selecting. Check out our blog “Why are Some Roses Fragrant and Others aren’t?” if you’re interested in the topic. I’ll link it below! Try Hansa for a reliable Rose scent or the spicy, fruity bicolor blooms of the Perfume Factory™ Hybrid Tea Rose. #2 Roses - Growing zones - depends on the cultivar, wide range of styles, sizes and colors, timeless garden staple. Shop: https://www.naturehills.com/roses #1 Lilacs (northern climates) When you think of intoxicatingly good smelling flowers, you have to think of lilacs. They evoke a sense of nostalgia and romanticism, making them a charming and delightful addition to your garden. Try Purple Glory for that classic purple lilac color or the petite Miss Kim for fragrant, long-lasting, pale lavender panicles and superb fall color. #1 Lilacs - Growing zones 4-8, boasts some of the most fragrant flowers in the plant world, long-lived. Shop: https://www.naturehills.com/bushes-an... If what gets you out of bed in the mornings after a long winter are scents of spring flowers, think about adding one, two or hey, why not even a dozen to your landscape. Go crazy. Which shrubs are your favorite for fragrance? Let me know down in the comments and don’t forget to check out our countless options at NatureHills.com. As always, if you like our content, please consider leaving a like and subscribing to our channel. For more plant info and inspiration, check out our Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter. Facebook:   / naturehills   Instagram:   / naturehillsnursery   Pinterest:   / naturehills   Twitter:   / naturehills   Until next time, happy planting!