It’s a well-known fact that nature is such a mood booster.
Plants are not only visually appealing, but many are fragrant too which adds to the sensory experience. The act of tending to plants, whether for their beauty, fragrance, or practical uses, can bring a sense of calm and joy.
Here are some garden herbs and flowers that will not only beautify your space, but they can also boost your mood and calm your mind. This can help you to create a sanctuary of wellbeing right in your own garden. From flowering plants, to herb gardens and evergreen plants, the possibilities are endless!
Herbs for Health and Happiness
From the robust flavour of chives, to the soothing scent of lavender, herbs can transform your garden into a multisensory experience. Here are some essential herbs that will not only enhance your food, but they’ll support your wellbeing too.
Chives
Chives are a wonderful little herb you can grow in your garden. They’ve been cultivated for culinary and medicinal purposes for over 5,000 years.
Resembling grass, it has a mild onion-like flavour, perfect for garnishes, they’re rich in vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin K and vitamin C. Chives also contain antioxidants that may help protect against chronic diseases.
They also have a mild antibacterial effect and have been used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.
Fennel
Fennel is a culinary herb, spice and medicinal plant and a superstar for your garden! Fennel is aromatic and edible, looking great in the garden.
Its rich in plant compounds that have protective properties including chlorogenic acid, limonene and quercetin… that along with being a good source of fibre, potassium and folate, it can be a very heart healthy herb.
It’s also rich in vitamin C and beta-carotene, which is anti-inflammatory and can help boost collagen, helping to reduce inflammation and maintain skin health.
Rosemary
Rosemary, known for good luck and prosperity, is a popular garden plant.
Rosemary has long been popular for its scent and flavour, a great addition to any garden. The herb not only tastes good in culinary dishes, such as rosemary chicken and lamb, but it also contains iron, calcium, and vitamin B6.
Lavender
Lavender is perhaps one of the most famous herbs for relaxation…. It’s pleasing to the eye, the scent itself is relaxing and it also has medicinal uses. The delicate purple blooms and soothing fragrance will be a welcome touch of tranquillity to your garden, the scent being released on the gentle wind to transport you to a place of calm.
You can also use Lavender in your tea too… a great way to relax and unwind after a busy day.
Flowers for a calming retreat
Flowers have a wonderful ability to elevate the mood and bring a sense of calm to a space. Beyond their bright colours and delicate beauty, flowers often offer soothing scents and healing properties, transforming your garden into something quite special.
These flowering plants are perfect to help you create a tranquil environment right in your own garden.
Chamomile
If you don’t already know about how great chamomile is for you… let’s get into it!
Chamomile is a wonderful companion for your herb garden, not only does it look pretty but it has powerful pest control properties too.
It’s anti-inflammatory properties make it gently on the digestive tract, making it a popular choice for tea, offering a soothing and tasty way to relax. The flowers are edible too.
Jasmine
Jasmine is a fragrant flower that’s perfect for promoting calm and mental clarity. It is also one that makes a great tea to aid in calm and improve mental clarity. The aromatic scent is relaxing and can also soothe an upset stomach.
Jasmine flowers can also add flavour to various dishes including crème brulee’s and rice.
In your garden, these flowers are beautiful and aromatic, creating a gorgeous scent in your garden. These flowers thrive in summer and, as evergreen plants, they offer year-round beauty.
Peppermint
Peppermint is a very useful plant to have in your garden and for your kitchen, due to its aromatic leaves that give a refreshing flavour to your food and drinks. Their flowers also attract wildlife, and may even those pesky mice, rats and mosquitos!
Peppermint is known to help with digestive problems, along with boosting your immune system. You can use sprigs and make yourself tea to aid with digestion and even freshen your breath.
By choosing the right plants, your garden can become a personal haven for relaxation and calm.
Start small and watch as your garden and mood flourishes! Why don’t you start planting today?
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