EarthWise Aromatics Organic Lavender Flowers

When this EarthWise Aromatics lavender arrives in a good batch, reviewers describe the fragrance as very strong and long-lasting — it's one of the most-praised qualities with 15 separate mentions in reviews. The flowers are culinary-grade and intact (not crushed), which helps preserve the essential oils that carry the scent. That said, it's worth noting that a small number of customers have received batches that lacked fragrance entirely, so there can be some inconsistency. When it's good, though, reviewers say it's impressively aromatic.

Yes — multiple customers have confirmed this as an unexpected benefit. Reviewers report that scattering the dried flowers works as an effective insect repellent, both indoors and outdoors. This isn't the primary marketed use, but it's a genuine real-world benefit that enough customers have independently verified. If you're looking for a chemical-free way to deter bugs around your patio or garden seating area, dried lavender is a pleasant-smelling alternative to synthetic sprays.

This is one of the most popular uses among buyers. Customers make lavender sachets for drawers and closets, homemade soaps, bath salts, and other craft projects with these flowers. The strong, long-lasting fragrance (the most-praised quality with 15 review mentions) makes it well-suited for these applications. The vibrant purple color also adds visual appeal to sachets and clear soap. One caveat: if color consistency is critical for your crafting — say, for a product line you're selling — be aware that some batches arrive more brown or grey than purple.

This is worth knowing before you buy: despite what you might expect from the 'French lavender' labeling, some customers have discovered the product is actually sourced from Albania. If you specifically need French-origin lavender — for authenticity in a recipe or personal preference — that's something to be aware of. Albanian lavender can still be excellent quality, and most reviewers are very happy with the fragrance and flavor regardless of origin. But if provenance matters to you, this may not be the right fit.

Absolutely, and many reviewers specifically recommend this approach. The most popular combination is lavender with Earl Grey — the bergamot and lavender complement each other beautifully for a London Fog-style blend. Lavender also pairs well with chamomile for a deeply calming bedtime tea, or with green tea for a floral afternoon cup. Since this product has a bold lavender flavor, blending is a great way to enjoy it if you find straight lavender tea too intense. Start with a small pinch of lavender alongside your regular tea and adjust to taste.

A one-pound bag is a generous amount of dried lavender. For tea drinking alone at 1-2 teaspoons per cup, one daily cup would last you roughly 4-6 months. But most buyers use these flowers for multiple purposes — tea, baking, sachets, bath products, and crafting — so it depends on how many uses you split it across. One thing to keep in mind: the best-by window is about 15 months from delivery, so you do have a timeline to use it up. The resealable packaging helps maintain freshness, which reviewers appreciate.

Yes, this is a solid choice for lavender beginners for a few reasons. It's simple to brew as tea — just hot water and flowers, steep and drink. The organic certification gives peace of mind if you're not sure what to look for in quality. And the multiple uses beyond tea (baking, sachets, bath products, deodorizing) mean you can experiment and find what you enjoy most without worrying about waste. The 1-pound size might seem like a lot for a first purchase, but given the versatility, most people find plenty of uses for it.

Be honest with yourself about what you're looking for. This product isn't ideal if you want a primary daily drinking tea — lavender is bold and floral, and most people find it works better as an occasional cup or blended with other teas rather than as their go-to daily brew. It's also not the best choice if you need perfectly consistent color for decorative purposes, since batches can vary from vibrant purple to more muted brown or grey tones. If you're primarily buying it to look pretty in a clear vase or as wedding decor, the color inconsistency could be disappointing.

No — lavender flower tea is completely caffeine-free, which is one reason it's so popular as an evening wind-down drink. Unlike true teas (black, green, white, oolong) which come from the Camellia sinensis plant, lavender is an herbal tisane with zero caffeine. This makes EarthWise Aromatics lavender flowers a great choice for a relaxing bedtime ritual. Reviewers specifically call out the calming, relaxing effect, and having no caffeine to interfere with sleep is a big part of that.

With lavender tea specifically, the most common reason you might feel 'weird' is actually its relaxation effect hitting you more strongly than expected. Lavender has genuine calming properties, and if you brew it strong — which is easy to do with these bold EarthWise Aromatics flowers — you might feel noticeably drowsy or spacey, especially if you're not used to it. Try using less lavender per cup (start with 1 teaspoon) and steeping for a shorter time. If you experience any allergic reaction like itching or swelling, stop drinking it and consult a doctor — some people are sensitive to plants in the mint family, which includes lavender.

The EarthWise Aromatics bag comes with resealable packaging, which reviewers appreciate. Beyond resealing the bag, store it in a cool, dark place — a pantry or cupboard away from direct sunlight and heat. Light and heat degrade the essential oils that give lavender its fragrance and flavor. If you want to maximize shelf life, you can transfer portions to an airtight mason jar. Keep in mind the best-by window is about 15 months from delivery, so plan your usage accordingly, especially if you're buying the full pound primarily for tea.

Since these are whole lavender flowers, they're actually easier to brew without an infuser than most loose leaf teas. The flowers are large enough that you can simply add them to a mug of hot water and strain through a fine mesh kitchen sieve when you're done steeping. Another simple method: brew in a French press if you have one — it works perfectly for herbal flowers. You can also make a larger batch in a pot and strain into cups. The intact flower buds won't break apart into tiny bits the way some crushed herbs do, making cleanup straightforward.

With lavender flowers, you actually don't want to boil them — that can turn the flavor bitter and destroy some of the delicate floral notes. Instead, bring your water to a boil, then let it cool for about 30 seconds before pouring it over the flowers. Steep for 5-7 minutes. Since EarthWise Aromatics lavender has a bold, strong flavor profile, 5 minutes is usually plenty. Going past 7-8 minutes can bring out bitterness, so set a timer if you tend to forget about your tea.

Drinking lavender tea daily is generally fine for most people, and many customers specifically use this product as part of their nightly relaxation routine. Since it's caffeine-free and organic, there aren't the same concerns you'd have with caffeinated teas. Reviewers report consistent calming and relaxing effects from regular use. With the 1-pound bag EarthWise Aromatics provides, you'll have plenty for daily cups — at 1-2 teaspoons per serving, a full pound will last you several months of daily brewing.

For brewing lavender flower tea specifically, you'll want to use water that's just off the boil — around 200-210°F. Use about 1-2 teaspoons of dried lavender flowers per cup and steep for 5-7 minutes. Lavender is bold and floral, so start with less if you're new to it and work your way up. One popular approach reviewers mention is blending it with Earl Grey tea for a London Fog-style drink, which softens the floral intensity and adds a nice complexity. Since these are whole, intact flowers rather than crushed, you may want to steep a touch longer to let the flavor fully release.

This particular product — lavender flower tea — contains zero caffeine, so it's in a completely different category from coffee or even black and green teas. If you're looking to reduce your caffeine intake, switching your afternoon or evening cup to lavender tea is a simple way to do it. For reference, coffee has about 95mg of caffeine per cup, black tea around 47mg, and green tea about 28mg. Lavender and other herbal tisanes sit at a flat zero, making them ideal for caffeine-sensitive individuals or nighttime drinking.

For lavender tea specifically, the top three benefits based on actual customer experience with this product are: first, genuine relaxation and calming effects — this is the most consistently reported benefit. Second, versatility — these flowers pull double duty as tea, a cooking ingredient, a natural deodorizer, and even a bug repellent. Third, the organic certification gives peace of mind whether you're drinking it, baking with it, or using it in bath and body products. It's one of those purchases where you'll find uses you didn't originally plan for.

If relaxation is your goal, lavender tea is an excellent daily choice — and this EarthWise Aromatics product gives you enough for months of daily cups at a pound of flowers. Customers specifically praise its calming effect for evening wind-down routines. That said, lavender has a bold, distinctly floral flavor that's not for everyone as a daily standalone drink. A popular approach is blending it with other teas — several reviewers mix it with Earl Grey for a lovely lavender-bergamot combination that's more complex and easier to drink daily than straight lavender.

Lavender has a long tradition in skincare, and many buyers of this product use it for exactly that purpose. Customers report making bath salts, soaps, and skin-soothing infusions with these flowers. The organic certification is particularly relevant here — if you're applying lavender topically in bath products or homemade skincare, knowing it's pesticide-free matters. While we can't make specific dermatological claims, the culinary-grade quality means it's clean enough for both internal and external use.

Based on what customers actually report, this lavender tea delivers on one benefit consistently: relaxation. Multiple reviewers confirm a genuine calming effect, not just placebo. Beyond drinking it, people have found practical benefits like using the flowers as a natural insect repellent and as a deodorizer for closets and drawers. So while we can't make medical claims, the relaxation benefit is well-supported by real user experience, and the versatility of the product means you're getting value even beyond tea drinking.

Lavender tea can be soothing when you're feeling under the weather, primarily through its calming, relaxation-promoting properties — which can help you rest, and rest is what your body needs most when sick. It's caffeine-free, so it won't interfere with sleep or dehydrate you. While lavender isn't traditionally known as a cold-fighting herb the way chamomile or ginger is, the warm, floral comfort of a cup of this EarthWise Aromatics lavender tea can still feel genuinely restorative when you're not feeling your best.