Lavender Simmer Pot

This lavender simmer pot combines fragrant lavender and lemons with a hint of rosemary for a cozy scent that is perfect for spring days…

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Nothing beats the sweet smell of flowers, herbs, and citrus on a spring day. In fact, I specifically try to incorporate seasonal elements from nature into my decor each season for this very reason.

I am such a homebody, but I love nothing more than bringing the outdoors inside with me to make it feel a little more natural.

One of my personal favorites is lavender.

Not only is it calming and restorative, it adds the faintest sweetness to the air. Either dried or fresh can be incorporated into a potpourri simmer pot, which makes it even more convenient.

Add in some sliced lemons and some earthy rosemary and it’s just the recipe for a spring day, reminiscent of gardens right after a long rain.

I personally like the idea of using items like this that I already have on hand and can just throw together before I have guests over. Imagine how welcoming it would feel to walk into a home smelling like this.

But something tells me I may just have to spoil myself with some of this on my next slow day to help me savor the moment. It would be the perfect accompaniment to some hot tea and a good book.

So, if you’re interested in any of these I have just the recipe for you!

Let’s begin our quest to make the perfect spring simmer pot.

A simmer pot is created by adding flowers, herbs, and lemons into a pot of water on the stovetop.

What is a simmer pot?

A simmer pot is potpourri that simmers away on a very low heat for hours. Water is added to fruits, flowers, and/or herbs to steep. This slowly releases lots of fragrant scents into your home that remind people of home baked treats, the outdoors, and other cozy, nostalgic memories.

What else can I use in this spring lavender simmer pot?

Fresh thyme
Sliced grapefruit
Mint leaves
Roses or rose buds
Sliced limes
Peppercorns
Flavorful extracts (like coconut or vanilla)
Essential oils

A simmer pot has spring ingredients prepared for it on a wooden cutting board.

Lavender & Lemon Simmer Pot

Tools

Liquid measuring cup

Measuring cups and spoons

Dutch oven (like this one HERE)

Cutting board and knife

Ingredients | lavender simmer pot

12 cups of water – Water is the foundation of a simmer pot. Boil all the herbs and citrus in this.

10 fresh lavender sprigs – Add sprigs of fresh or dried lavender to create a calming scent that welcomes guests.

2 lemons – Slice lemons into the pot to add a sweet, subtle scent into the air.

2 fresh rosemary sprigs – Try fresh or dried rosemary to add some herbal depth to your spring simmer pot.

Lavender, lemons, and rosemary float in a pot of water.

Steps | lavender simmer pot

1. Start by slicing the lemons into ¼” slices. Set aside.

2. Fill a large pot with water and add the lavender, rosemary, and lemon slices to the Dutch oven.

3. Stir together until well combined.

4. Turn the pot on high heat to bring it to a steady boil.

5. Reduce heat to a low simmer.

6. Simmer for several hours, adding more water as needed.

A pot of herbs and citrus has been boiling for hours and the remnants begin to break apart, soggy and brown.

Tips for Success | lavender simmer pot

Make this in a crockpot to leave more room on the stovetop. This is a great tool to use if you don’t own a Dutch oven. Place on high to start releasing the aromas and then turn to low for the duration of your event/day.

I recommend turning off the simmer pot when the lemons become dark and look like they’re falling apart. This usually means it’s at the end of its life.

If you’re really short on time, throw in the whole stems of lavender and rosemary and chop the lemon in quarters instead of slicing thinly.

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