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Garden Plants - The Aesthetic Value of Herbs
When we hear the word herbs, the first thing that comes to our mind is their medicinal value. Other people would also think about their culinary value as well as their aromatic value. Few would think that herbs are so versatile that they also make great ornamental plants. In fact, if you need to develop a small area, herbs are highly recommended as garden plants so that you not only have the ornamental value of these plants but also their medicinal, aromatic and culinary value. The following are some examples of herbs and their aesthetic value. 1. Scented geranium. These herbs come from South Africa and are perennial...
Garden Plants - The Aesthetic Value of Herbs
When we hear the word herbs, the first thing that comes to our mind is their medicinal value. Other people would also think about their culinary value as well as their aromatic value. Few would think that herbs are so versatile that they also make great ornamental plants. In fact, if you need to develop a small area, herbs are highly recommended as garden plants so that you not only have the ornamental value of these plants but also their medicinal, aromatic and culinary value. The following are some examples of herbs and their aesthetic value.
1. Scented geranium. Native to South Africa, these herbs are perennial plants but annual in areas with colder weather. They have a variety of flowers and leaf shapes with aromatic properties. These herbs are better planted in containers or pots and can be placed indoors and outdoors. Outdoors, geraniums make great fodder borders and can also be mixed in with other herbs and flowers in your garden.
2. Parsley. This herb is known as the most popular herb in the world due to its wide health benefits and ability to cure many diseases. Aside from that, these herbs also have ornamental value, which makes them great as garden plants. Their abundant green leaves accentuate the colorful flowers when planted in front of flower beds. They are also ideal for the edges of paths or sidewalks.
3. Chives. These herbs come from India and China and are considered to be the most versatile and productive herbs. From spring to fall, these bulb-like herbs produce pale to deep lavender flowers and make great outdoor garden displays.
4. Sweet woodruff. This is a perennial herb that is easy to care for and survives in shady areas. The sweetness refers to the refreshing hay-like scent of its leaves and flowers. Tiny, white, star-shaped flowers emerge in mid-spring and smell like delicious vanilla. You can use this herb as a ground cover, as a border plant and you can also plant it on crevice paths. Aside from that, you can also store it in patios and rock gardens.
These are just a few examples of herbs that have not only culinary and medicinal value, but also aesthetic value. They are, among other things, plants (such as creepers and shrubs) that are attractive as garden plants. With the right design, these herbs will surely satisfy your landscaping needs and they will also meet your culinary and medicinal needs.