Peonies, lilies, lavender, phlox, pinks and lily of the valley bring the strongest scent to a Maine garden. Plant them near doors, paths and patios where you’ll smell them.
- Peony — The classic June scent.
- Asiatic Lily — Big blooms; many are fragrant.
- Lavender — Aromatic flowers and leaves.
- Garden Phlox — Sweet summer evenings.
- Pinks — Clove-scented flowers.
- Lily of the Valley — Intense spring fragrance.
- Bee Balm — Minty, aromatic leaves.
- Catmint — Fragrant foliage.
- Sweet Woodruff — Hay-scented leaves.
- Plantain Lily (Hosta) — Some varieties have fragrant flowers.
Asiatic Lily 'Black Eye'
Lilium 'Black Eye'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Golden Matrix'
Lilium 'Golden Matrix'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Kelsa'
Lilium 'Kelsa'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Landini'
Lilium 'Landini'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Matrix'
Lilium 'Matrix'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Orange Matrix'
Lilium 'Orange Matrix'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Red Matrix'
Lilium 'Red Matrix'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Tiny Orange Sensation'
Lilium 'Tiny Orange Sensation'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Asiatic Lily 'Tiny Pearl'
Lilium 'Tiny Pearl'
from $14.99 · 2GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
Bee Balm 'Balmy Lilac'
Monarda 'Balmy Lilac'
from $11.99 · 1GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
- Rabbit resistant
Bee Balm 'Balmy Pink'
Monarda 'Balmy Pink'
from $11.99 · 1GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
- Rabbit resistant
Bee Balm 'Balmy Purple'
Monarda 'Balmy Purple'
from $11.99 · 1GAL
- Deer resistant
- Fragrant
- Rabbit resistant
Tips
- Plant fragrant flowers where you sit or walk.
- Many flowers are most fragrant in the evening.
- Group them so the scent builds.
Frequently asked questions
Which perennial smells the best?
Peonies, phlox and lily of the valley are among the most fragrant.
Are fragrant plants deer resistant?
Many with aromatic leaves are, like lavender and catmint. Lilies are not.
Do all peonies smell?
Most do, but fragrance varies by variety.
Which fragrant plants grow in shade?
Lily of the valley, sweet woodruff and some hostas.