How do I use the “the herb patch out back” blend in a diffuser?

Add White Tea 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Leaf 1 · Basil 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 white tea?

Swap white tea for black tea or green tea — same tea family. The blend will shift a little: black tea is steeped, warm and slightly malty.

When does the “the herb patch out back” 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.

The herb patch out back · White Tea blend

Lemongrass, lemon leaf, green basil; the kitchen garden in the late afternoon.

Lemongrass and lemon leaf bring lush greenness, basil adds a peppery leaf, and white tea keeps the base delicate. It smells like the vegetable patch behind the house just after sunset, the soil still damp from watering. Lovely on a back porch, a drying yard or a dining room opening onto the garden. Start the diffuser ten minutes before dinner and let it run another half hour; for more freshness, add 1 drop of lemongrass.

Formula

Drop ratio · 2:2:1:1
White Tea	2 drops · middle note
Lemongrass	2 drops · top note
Lemon Leaf	1 drop · top note
Basil	1 drop · middle note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemongrass (fresh, green and clean); lemon leaf (green, slightly bitter and very fresh) rise first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. White tea (light and clean with a floral whisper); basil (sweet and green with a hint of anise) 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

White Tea 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Leaf 1 · Basil 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.

10 ml roller

White Tea 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Leaf 1 · Basil 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

White Tea 10 · Lemongrass 10 · Lemon Leaf 5 · Basil 5 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Skin irritant

Lemongrass can irritate skin — dilute well and patch-test on a small area first.

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 “the herb patch out back” blend in a diffuser?: Add White Tea 2 · Lemongrass 2 · Lemon Leaf 1 · Basil 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 white tea?: Swap white tea for black tea or green tea — same tea family. The blend will shift a little: black tea is steeped, warm and slightly malty.
When does the “the herb patch out back” 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.

the herb patch out back

Formula

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