As of: March 27, 2024, 10:54 a.m
By: Joana Lück
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Spring is considered by many to be the most beautiful season, but it is usually torture for allergy sufferers. You can also easily plant these plants in the garden if you have hay fever.
Hay fever can cause unpleasant symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes and difficulty breathing during pollen season.
For allergy sufferers, choosing suitable plants for the garden can play an important role in minimizing allergic reactions while still enjoying a green oasis.
Here are some plants that tend to be better tolerated by allergy sufferers.
Grasses and certain types of trees are bad
Grasses and certain types of trees in particular can cause hay fever.
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Grasses such as rye, wheat, barley and rapeseed are among the main causes of hay fever because they produce large amounts of pollen that are easily spread through the air.
Fortunately, these are rarely found in the garden anyway.
You should also be careful with trees such as birch, alder and hazel, as these trigger the most allergic reactions.
However, the following plants are unproblematic:
Plants with low pollen counts
: Some plants produce less pollen or do not release it into the air, which is beneficial for allergy sufferers.
These include, for example, certain varieties of roses, dahlias, fuchsias and tulips.
Low-pollen plants
: Some plant species produce pollen that is heavy and therefore does not easily become airborne.
This includes most flowerless plants such as ferns and mosses.
Non-wind-pollinated plants
: Plants that are pollinated not by wind but by insects or self-pollination produce less pollen.
These include many flowering shrubs such as rhododendrons, azaleas and hydrangeas.
Low-scent plants
: Some plant species have low fragrance or produce no scent, which can be beneficial for allergy sufferers.
These include many ornamental grasses, ornamental shrubs such as boxwood and some perennials such as hosta.
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Non-woody plants
: Plants without woody tissue tend to produce less pollen and therefore may be better for allergy sufferers.
This includes many herbaceous plants such as flowers, herbs and vegetables.
When choosing plants for the garden, allergy sufferers should also note that individual allergies can vary.
It is advisable to look for plants that are the least irritating to the individual's specific allergens.
Additionally, try to minimize your exposure to pollen, for example by keeping windows closed when pollen levels in the air are high.
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