An herbal wreath is a beautiful way to decorate your home while enjoying the natural fragrance and beauty of dried herbs. These wreaths can be rustic, elegant, or farmhouse-style and are perfect for kitchens, front doors, holidays, or gifts.
Popular herbs include:
Lavender ~ Rosemary ~ Thyme ~ Sage ~ Mint ~ Oregano ~ Eucalyptus ~ Bay leaves ~ Chamomile flowers. These herbs dry beautifully and often keep their scent for months.
BASIC MATERIALS:
Grapevine wreath base ~ Fresh herb bundles ~ Floral wire or twine ~ Scissors or garden snips ~ Ribbon (optional) ~ Dried flowers or pinecones (optional)
Gather Your Herbs
Harvest herbs in the morning after dew has dried. Choose healthy stems about 6–10 inches long. ~ Bundle herbs into small bunches.
Prepare the Wreath Base
Lay your grapevine wreath flat on a table. Decide whether you want:
A full wreath ~ A half wreath ~ A small accent cluster
Attach the Herbs
Place one herb bundle on the wreath form and secure it tightly with floral wire. ~ Layer the next bundle slightly over the stems of the first bundle to hide the wire. ~ Continue around the wreath until complete.
Add Decorative Touches
You can decorate with:
Dried flowers ~ Cinnamon sticks
~ Burlap ribbon
~ Small lemons or oranges (dried)
~ Pinecones ~ Twine bows
Dry the Wreath
Hang the wreath in a cool, dry place for 1–2 weeks.
As the Herbs Dry:
~ Colors soften naturally
~ Fragrance becomes more subtle
~ The wreath becomes lighter
Lavender Relaxation Wreath
Perfect for bedrooms or spa décor with calming lavender and eucalyptus.
Rustic Kitchen Wreath
Made with rosemary, thyme, sage, and bay leaves for cozy farmhouse style.
Holiday Evergreen Herbal Wreath
Combine pine, cedar, rosemary, cinnamon sticks, and dried oranges for festive winter beauty.
Spring Garden Wreath
Use chamomile, mint, lemon balm, and pastel flowers for a fresh seasonal look.
INGREDIENTS:
Rosemary ~ Thyme ~ Sage ~ Oregano ~ Bay leaves ~ Grapevine wreath form ~ Twine or floral wire
INSTRUCTIONS: Bundle herbs in small bunches and attach around the wreath form. Allow to dry naturally.
Bonus Snip small pieces while cooking.
Here are several complete herbal wreath recipes with ingredients, step-by-step instructions, drying tips, and decorating ideas.
A fragrant farmhouse-style wreath perfect for kitchens and entryways.
INGREDIENTS:
1 grapevine wreath base (10–14 inches)
10–15 sprigs fresh rosemary
15–20 lavender stems
Small bunch thyme ~ Floral wire
Hot glue gun ~ Burlap or lace ribbon
INSTRUCTIONS: Trim herbs into 4–6 inch sections. ~ Create small bundles: 2 rosemary sprigs ~ 3 lavender stems ~ 1 thyme sprig ~ Lay the first bundle onto the wreath form and secure tightly with floral wire. Overlap the next bundle halfway over the previous one. Continue around the wreath until fully covered. Tuck loose stems underneath and glue if needed. Add ribbon for hanging.
Drying Tip Hang in a cool dry area for 1–2 weeks. The wreath will naturally dry while keeping its shape. Best Uses Kitchen décor ~ Pantry doors ~ Gift for gardeners ~ Aromatic wall hanging
Soft, calming, and cottagecore-inspired.
INGREDIENTS:
Straw wreath base ~ Fresh lemon balm stems
Chamomile flowers ~ Eucalyptus sprigs
White ribbon ~ Floral pins or wire
INSTRUCTIONS: Wrap the straw wreath loosely with eucalyptus. Pin lemon balm stems around the wreath in layers. Add clusters of chamomile flowers between greenery. Secure everything with floral wire. Finish with a soft white bow.
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS: Dried orange slices ~ White statice flowers ~ Baby’s breath
Aroma Profile Fresh, citrusy, calming, lightly floral.
A woodland-inspired holiday wreath.
INGREDIENTS:
Wire wreath frame ~ Pine branches
Cedar clippings ~ Fresh eucalyptus
Cinnamon sticks ~ Pinecones
Jute twine ~ Orange slices (dried)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Cut evergreen branches into small sections. Bundle pine and cedar together. Attach bundles to wire frame using floral wire. Continue layering for fullness. Glue cinnamon sticks and dried orange slices throughout. Add pinecones and tie with rustic twine.
Extra Fragrance Boost Lightly mist with: Pine essential oil ~ Cedarwood essential oil ~ Orange essential oil
Elegant and romantic with soft herbal fragrance.
INGREDIENTS:
Grapevine wreath
Mini roses or spray roses
Fresh mint stems ~ Sage leaves
Baby’s breath ~ Floral wire
INSTRUCTIONS:
Arrange mint and sage as a green base layer. Add roses in clusters around the wreath.
Fill gaps with baby’s breath. Wire stems securely into grapevine twists. Allow to dry naturally indoors.
DECORATIVE STYLE Perfect for: Cottage décor ~ Weddings ~ Tea party decorations ~ Bedroom wall art
Bright, cheerful, and ideal for summer kitchens.
INGREDIENTS:
Grapevine wreath base ~ Rosemary
Bay leaves ~ Thyme
Dried orange slices
Dried lemon slices ~ Raffia ribbon
INSTRUCTIONS:
Attach herb bundles around the wreath form.
Tuck citrus slices between greenery.
Secure slices with hot glue or floral wire.
Add raffia bow at the bottom.
Looks Beautiful In Kitchens ~ Sunrooms ~ Farmers market booths ~ Herbal craft displays
There’s something magical about creating a wreath from fresh herbs gathered straight from the garden. Herbal wreath making combines creativity, fragrance, and natural beauty into one relaxing craft that fills your home with warmth and charm. Whether hung on a front door, displayed in the kitchen, or given as a handmade gift, herbal wreaths bring a touch of the outdoors inside in the most beautiful way.
