How do I use the “big batch for porch season” blend in a diffuser?

Add Geranium 2 · Citronella 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Lavender 1 · Rosemary 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.

What can I use instead of geranium?

Swap geranium for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.

When does the “big batch for porch season” blend work best?

Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

Big batch for porch season · Geranium blend

A big-batch recipe to mix once and use all through porch season. Geranium and citronella lead together, green rose blending into deep grass; lemon eucalyptus and lavender keep the middle cool and gentle; and rosemary adds a crisp herbal edge at the end. Cap it tightly, store somewhere cool and give it a gentle shake before each use. Each evening, put 6 drops in the porch diffuser and start it at dusk.

Formula

Drop ratio · 30:30:20:20:10
Geranium	30 drops · middle note
Citronella	30 drops · top note
Lemon Eucalyptus	20 drops · top note
Lavender	20 drops · middle note
Rosemary	10 drops · top note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Citronella (strong, green and slightly lemony); lemon eucalyptus (green, lemony and cool, a little like lemongrass); rosemary (cool, green, herbal and invigorating) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Geranium (green and rosy, fresh and balanced); lavender (floral-herbal, clean and soothing) form the body of the scent and stay longest in the room.

What remains. With no woody or resin base note, this blend fades fairly quickly — switch it on again after 1–2 hours to keep the room scented.

Method

Diffuser

Geranium 2 · Citronella 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Lavender 1 · Rosemary 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

Geranium 1 · Citronella 1 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Lavender 1 · Rosemary 1 drops, then top up with a carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond). Dab on wrists and the back of the neck.

50 ml room spray

Geranium 8 · Citronella 8 · Lemon Eucalyptus 5 · Lavender 5 · Rosemary 3 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Do not use for children under 6, during pregnancy, or if you have a health condition without asking a professional first. Never ingest essential oils; keep them out of reach of children and pets.

FAQ

How do I use the “big batch for porch season” blend in a diffuser?: Add Geranium 2 · Citronella 2 · Lemon Eucalyptus 1 · Lavender 1 · Rosemary 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.
What can I use instead of geranium?: Swap geranium for ylang ylang or Roman chamomile — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: ylang ylang is rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral.
When does the “big batch for porch season” blend work best?: Diffuse it on the porch, the balcony or in a living room with the doors open in the early evening, when you want to sit outside a little longer.

big batch for porch season

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