Summer evenings belong outside, and this blend was made for exactly that. Built around citronella, the oil most tied to warm nights on the patio, it brings a bright, green, lemony freshness to the air while you relax outdoors.
Citronella leads with its familiar grassy, lemony scent, the one woven through generations of summer torches and candles. Peppermint adds a cool, crisp lift, and lavender rounds it out with a soft floral calm. Together they make a classic warm-weather blend, and all three are oils that have been reported to help keep bugs at bay.
When to use it
This is a warm-evening blend, made for the porch, the patio, or an open door on a summer night. Run it while you unwind outside, host a small gathering, or sit out as the sun goes down. It is at its best in a covered outdoor space or a room that opens onto one.
Tips for the best result
For outdoor use, diffuse in a covered or partly enclosed space so the scent is not lost to open air.
Add an extra drop of citronella for a stronger lemony note.
Keep the diffuser near where people are gathered rather than off to the side.
Key takeaways
Porch & Patio is a bright, green outdoor blend built on citronella, peppermint, and lavender.
All three oils have been reported to help keep bugs at bay.
Best used in covered outdoor spaces on warm summer evenings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Porch & Patio smell like? Bright, green, and lemony from the citronella, lifted by cool peppermint and softened with a touch of lavender.
When is it best used? Warm summer evenings on a covered porch or patio, or in a room that opens to the outdoors.
Can I use this blend indoors? Yes. It works well in any room you want to feel bright and fresh, though it is designed with outdoor evenings in mind.
Are these oils a replacement for insect repellent? No. Essential oils are not EPA-registered insect repellents. For protection from biting insects, choose a product made and labeled for that purpose. This blend is chosen for its scent and outdoor atmosphere.
