April 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM PST
Fresh, earthy scents to welcome spring indoors.
Fresh, earthy scents to welcome spring indoors.
Some people think an art collection or furniture makes a space feel homey. I agree — these things do add to the look and overall style of a room. However, when it comes down to creating an ambiance and mood, candles are my go-to decor item. They infuse rooms with scents and instantly elevate their feel. To me, the best scents are the most unexpected ones, like an herbaceous candle. Not only do they include the best elements from every scent category — think fresh, floral, earthy, and citrus — but they also combine them to form something unique.
Takeaways
New
Candles instantly elevate
room ambiance and mood
with their soft glow
Herbaceous candles blend
green herbs, florals,
citrus, and earthy notes
Scented candles transform
an ordinary room into
a cozy personal haven
Unexpected candle scents
like tomato or celery
add unique decorative style
The herby scents have come a long way since simple mint or rosemary. Today’s herbaceous candles are more of a mélange of herbs, green plants, fruits, and even spices. The blends range from robust to delicate and offer something for every room. Yes, I said every room. A tomato aroma blended with violet leaves and orange flowers makes a beautiful statement in your living room, while a fresh mint and lemon tree scent is great for the bedroom or office. If you’re new to herbaceous candles, navigating the offerings can be daunting. Fortunately, we’ve gathered five of our favorites to help guide you. Ahead, the best herbaceous candles to infuse your home with.
Flamingo Estate is known for its robust scents that blend earthy aromas into a smooth accord, and this Tuscan rosemary candle is a prime example. It features layers of fragrant evergreen and cypress needles with the fresh piney scent of rosemary. The result is a well-balanced scent that showcases the herb in a new and calming light.
The fragrance produced by this candle is just as stunning as the jar it's held in. It features notes of fresh herbs like peppermint and sage, which blend beautifully with the citrus leaf and lemon tree aromas. The combination of green scents is balanced with hints of warm and nutty aromas of tonka bean, making the final scent crisp while still feeling warm and inviting.
LAFCO New York Celery Thyme is designed to be enticing and intriguing. It combines notes of fresh garden plants, including cucumber and celery seed, with crushed herbs to create a delicate green aroma. From the thyme leaves to the purple basil, it showcases the beauty of a garden medley and even has a touch of star anise for a bright and spicy finish.
Few things compare to the aroma of fresh eucalyptus — not store-bought stems but green boughs cut straight from the tree itself. This candle by the storied fragrance brand Diptyque Paris captures that scent beautifully. It fills your home with the lively, green aromas of the plant while blending in the tranquil nuances that make it so beloved.
Inspired by ripe tomatoes straight off the vine, Nette's Laide Tomate Candle is the epitome of delicious and divine. Its notes include plump tomatoes and the earthy aromas of its green vine. Those scents alone are nice, but when combined with basil and violet leaves, sea salt, and orange flowers, the fragrance takes on a whole new vibe. Unique and punchy, it is the kind of scent you want to savor throughout the day.
Our editors love finding you the best products and offers! If you purchase something by clicking on one of the affiliate links on our website, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
by Arielle Clay | January 19, 2023
by Arielle Clay | January 20, 2023
Find us on social for more home inspiration where culture, personal style, and sophisticated shopping intersect to help you create a home where you love to live.
