How to Make a Fresh Lavender Wreath (Yes, You Can Do This!)

If you've ever caught that unmistakable scent of lavender drifting out of someone's garden, you already know: lavender season hits different here in the Pacific Northwest.

There's something so satisfying about making your own wreath from fresh lavender — and honestly, it's way more approachable than it looks. Whether you're crafting one for your home, giving it as a gift, or just looking for something to do with some friends or your kids on a summer weekend, this is the project for you!

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What You’ll Need to Make Your Fresh Lavender Wreath

• Fresh lavender stems - the longer the better (8–12 inches is ideal)

• A wire wreath frame (10-14 inches diameter works well)

• Floral wire - green or brown to blend in (22 or 24 gauge)

• Pruning shears or scissors

• Rubber Bands - not required, but helps keep things tidy (I use green)

• Optional: other fresh greenery or flowers for accents or ribbon.

Pro Tip: I like to wrap my frame and stems with a small amount of spanish moss - it helps hold the stems a bit better after it dries and I like the look of the combination.

Step 1: Gather Your Lavender

Fresh is everything here. You want stems that are just starting to open — when the flowers are about halfway bloomed, the stems are still flexible enough to work with.

Bundle your stems into small bundles of 20-25 stems each. We use small green rubber bands to keep everything tidy as we go. Don't worry about making them perfect — a little wildness is part of the charm.

Pro Tips:

• My favorite lavender varieties for wreath making are Riverina Thomas, Riverina Alan, Royal Velvet, and Gros Bleu. The stems are sturdy and the buds stay on well when dried. As the wreath dries the color maintains a beautiful color.

• If you are harvesting your own lavender, cut the stems when about 1/3 to 1/2 of the buds have open flowers - this is important to help keep the buds from falling off when it dries.

Step 2: Attach the First Bundle

Hold your first bundle against the wire form at a slight angle, with the flower heads pointing outward. Wrap your floral wire tightly around the stems a few times to secure it. Don't cut the wire — you'll keep it continuous as you go around the entire wreath.

Pro Tip: Don't trim the stems that hang out over the frame edge yet, you'll do this at the end, that way if you need to adjust anything you still have enough stem length to work with.

Step 3: Overlap and Keep Going

Place your next bundle so it slightly overlaps the stems of the first, hiding the wire. Wrap to secure. Keep working in one direction all the way around the form.

The key is consistency — try to keep the same angle and density with each bundle so the finished wreath looks full and even.

Our wreath making class held here at our farm.

Step 4: Finish it Off

When you get back to where you started, tuck the last bundle's stems underneath the flower heads of the first bundle. Secure tightly, then trim and twist the wire to close it off.

Once you’ve attached all your bundles, step back and look at your wreath. Fill any gaps with loose lavender stems or small bundles. Use floral wire (or even a hot glue gun) to secure these additions. If you want a more rounded shape, gently bend the stems outward or inward as needed. The wreath should feel sturdy but still have a natural, soft look.

Step 5: Add a Ribbon or Twine for Hanging

To finish, tie a pretty ribbon or rustic twine around the top of your wreath. This not only adds charm but also makes hanging easier — a soft linen or sage green ribbon looks beautiful with lavender.

Tips for Making it Last:

Fresh lavender wreaths will dry beautifully right on your door or wall — they hold their shape and keep a lovely (though softer) fragrance for weeks. A few things that help:

• Keep the wreath out of direct sunlight to preserve color.

• Avoid humid areas like next to a shower.

• Once dried, a quick spritz of lavender essential oil can refresh the scent.

Want to Make Your Own Wreath, But Need Lavender?

We've got you covered. During bloom season, we offer fresh-cut lavender by the bucket — perfect for wreath-making, bouquets, sachets, or just filling your kitchen with that incredible scent! Check availability and order fresh lavender buckets on our website — we offer local pickup at our West Linn farm. Or if you aren't local check for a local farm near you or consider using dried lavender - dried lavender is available year-round!

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Happy crafting!