The cultivation of aromatic plants encourages the presence of pollinating insects in Spain

Aromatic plants offer a wide range of benefits in the home, garden, environment and urban garden. The fact that they are so present in the field and in the kitchen, where they provide their flavoring and preservative properties, means that they are not always noticed: thyme, rosemary, lavender, mint…. For this reason, the Europa Florece campaign aims to disseminate the benefits of these and other plants in Spain and Germany. The most common aromatic plants that can be found in establishments in Spain are thyme, rosemary, lavender, mint, spearmint, basil or sage, among others. At home, these plants enhance creativity through their use in the kitchen. They are the condiment in a large number of recipes, but also the main ingredient in herbal teas. Likewise, as their name suggests, they fill balconies and gardens with aromas, generating well-being and relaxation. In addition, the practice of gardening encourages citizens to be active by having entertainment like this. Several studies ...