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best smelling indoor plants

Imagine stepping into your home and being welcomed by gentle, natural fragrances. The best smelling indoor plants not only beautify your space but fill the air with aromas that boost your mood and create a relaxing environment. At our New Zealand nursery, we know how important it is to choose indoor plants that delight the senses all year round. Let’s explore some of the most fragrant options and a few surprising, visually stunning plants that enhance any indoor garden.

Dracaena 'Anita'

Dracaena ‘Anita’ is an elegant indoor plant with fine, arching, deep green leaves that create a soft, fountain-like effect. Its slim canes and lush foliage make it a stylish choice for adding greenery to modern interiors without overpowering the space. Thriving in bright, indirect light, it’s easy to maintain and drought-tolerant once established. This variety also helps purify indoor air, making it both a decorative and practical addition to New Zealand homes and offices.

Buy Dracaena 'Anita'

From $49.88

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 1.00 m

Spread: 50 cm

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured leaves and grows compactly to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Stromanthe Triostar makes for a wonderful office and house plant and is great for bringing colour and joy to a space.

Buy Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

From $32.33

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

Why Choose Fragrant Indoor Plants for Your Home?

Scented plants are more than just décor—they’re a natural way to freshen the air indoors without synthetic air fresheners. Many aromatic plants also have soothing effects, perfect for bedrooms and living areas. The best smelling indoor plants transform dull indoor spaces into welcoming retreats with their delightful perfumes.

Popular Best Smelling Indoor Plants

Peace Lily

The Spathiphyllum 'Domino' (Peace Lily) is loved not only for its elegant white flowers but also for its mildly sweet fragrance, particularly when the plant is blooming. Peace lilies are easy to care for and act as natural air purifiers, making them ideal for Kiwi homes.

Jasmine

Indoor Jasmine varieties, such as Arabian Jasmine, fill your living space with their intense, sweet scent. Their delicate white blooms are a classic choice in homes seeking both beauty and fragrance.

Gardenia

Gardenias are prized for their creamy blossoms and heavenly scent. With proper humidity and bright indirect light, this plant rewards you with continuous blooms.

More Indoor Plants to Enhance Your Home

While many of the best smelling indoor plants are famous for their perfume, some lush foliage plants provide a fresh, green scent or simply add an air of tranquility. Here are a few recommended options from our collection:

Dracaena 'Anita' offers fine foliage and is known for helping purify indoor air.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) stands out with its striking variegation and gentle fresh-leaf aroma.
The Phlebodium aureum Blue Star (Blue Star Fern) brings subtle earthy freshness to your home with its stunning blue-green fronds.
Sansevieria Bantel's Sensation is a sleek, architectural plant, valued for its air-purifying abilities and faint green scent.

Tips for Growing Best Smelling Indoor Plants

For optimal scent, place your fragrant indoor plants where you spend the most time—such as your lounge, office, or entryway. Provide bright, indirect light, and keep humidity levels consistent. Regular care ensures your plants continue to thrive and fill your space with their natural aromas.

Discover Your Perfect Indoor Fragrant Plant

Every home has its own style and scent preference. Whether you seek the sweet perfume of jasmine or prefer leafy greens with fresh aromas, our nursery offers a range of best smelling indoor plants to suit your space. Explore our collection, and bring natural New Zealand beauty into your home today.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.