Scented Perennials for Northern England Gardens

Fragrant Perennials for Leeds, UK

A gardener in Leeds (north England) wants scented perennials blooming through summer. Recommended varieties suited to the climate:

• Dianthus, lavender, Japanese anemone, rose
• Bleeding heart (Dicentra), lily-of-the-valley (Convallaria)
• Wallflower, phlox paniculata, liatris, brodiaea
• Monkshood (Aconitum), bearded iris, honeysuckle (Lonicera)
• Meadow rue (Thalictrum), sweet violet (Viola odorata)
• Musk mallow (Malva), mints, rosemary, bee balm (Monarda)
• Sweet cicely (Myrrhis), valerian

Plant after last frost (typically late April–May in Leeds). Most available at local nurseries and DIY centers.