Talking Scents
South African Garden and Home|February 2017

Whether a tree, climber, bulb or perennial, these indigenous plants are delightfully perfumed.

Connall Oosterbroek
Talking Scents

Gardeners are finally catching on to South Africa’s wealth of indigenous plants. What isn’t well known is how many exude an enchanting fragrance. Use these beauties wherever their unique attributes can be enjoyed – along pathways and near windows and sitting areas. Potted specimens in courtyards and patios are particularly effective as the walls trap the scent.

CRINUM

These large bulbs produce clusters of subtly scented blooms in spring and early summer. There are about 20 indigenous species, most of which, including C. bulbispermum, C. macowanii, and C. moorei, do well in domestic gardens. Although they grow in most soil types to which plenty of compost has been added, they particularly like areas that are flooded after rain. They like full sun with the exception of C. moorei which thrives under shady trees.

GARDENIA

Of the six indigenous species of gardenia, G. thunbergia and G. cornuta are the most readily available. They all have a sweet scent, which is most pronounced in the evening, so grow them near bedroom windows. They also do well in pots. Plant them in full sun or semi-shade, in slightly acid, light, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter added. While drought resistant, they’ll reward you if watered regularly. Protect young plants from frost.

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