Magic of Flower Essences

Nature has an incredible way of healing and supporting your overall well-being.  One powerful tool that taps into the essence of flowers is flower essences. These gentle yet potent remedies capture the energetic imprint of a flower, offering a unique way to restore balance and promote emotional, mental, and spiritual harmony.  During the Spring and Summer months, I enjoy creating and experimenting with flower essences.  

Steps to Create Flower Essence:

Step 1: Choose your flower on a sunny morning.

Select the flower that resonates with your intentions and desired healing properties. Take a quiet moment to connect with nature and let your intuition guide you. Pay attention to any flowers that catch your eye or evoke a strong emotional response. You can research the characteristics and properties of the flower if you want more information or insight.  I usually choose my flower and create my intention, prior to allowing outside influences to set in. 

Step 2: Preparation and Tools

• small glass bowl or jar

• purified water

• dropper bottle (1-2 oz)

• labels

• brandy or vinegar as a preservative

• Sunlight

Step 3: Setting Intentions

Prior to making flower essence,  set clear intentions for the healing qualities you wish to capture.  Focus on the specific emotions or imbalances you want to address.  This step infuses your essence with purpose and enhances its energetic potency.  I like to write a simple intention on a piece of paper to set out alongside the flower essence

Step 4: Infusion Process

Fill your glass bowl or jar with purified water and place the flowers gently on the surface. Set the bowl in a sunny location, preferably outdoors, where it can bask in the gentle warmth and natural light.  Allow the flowers to infuse their energetic essence into the water for several hours.

Step 5: Preserving the Essence

Once the infusion period is complete, carefully pour the petals and water through a mesh lining to remove any stray insects.

Step 6: Preparing Mother bottle

Using a clean dropper bottle (1-2 oz), add a small amount of brandy (or substitute) or vinegar to the water as a preservative, typically using a ratio of 1:2 (one part preservative to two parts infused water).   Add the same amount of flower infused water to the bottle. 

*vinegar can be used as a substitute but it will not last as long and should be used within the year.

Label the bottle with the name of the flower, the date of creation, and a brief description of the intended healing properties. This step ensures you can easily identify and connect with the specific essence in the future.  I sometimes include the astrological season or the specific phase of the moon.

*Save the remaining water and spread outside as an offering .

Step 7: Preparing Stock bottle

Using another clean bottle (1-2 oz)  pour ½ brandy/vinegar and ½ spring water into it.  Using a dropper, select the amount of drops of the flower essence from the Mother you’d like to include (9-13 drops). Shake well. 

Label the bottle with the name of the flower, the date of creation and intention.  Again you can add any other information that you deem important.  Label this bottle as the Stock, as you will use this during your practice.

Step 8: Using the essence

Flower essences are typically taken orally, diluted in a glass of water or taken directly under the tongue.  Anywhere from 3-6 drops at a time is suggested.  It’s nice to use a ceremonial glass or designated container to create a ritual.  Remember to approach the essence with an open heart and mind, allowing its energy to work harmoniously with your own. 

Speaking a simple mantra or affirmation can make a nice addition.  For example,  “I am open to the abundance in  my life.”

Peony Flower Essence : “I am open to the abundance in my life.”

Creating your own flower essences is a beautiful way to deepen your connection with nature and unlock the healing power of flowers.  By selecting specific flowers, infusing their energetic essence into water, and preserving it, you can craft a personalized remedy that resonates with your intentions and supports your emotional well-being.  Embrace this ancient practice and explore the transformative and nurturing effects of flower essences on your journey to self-discovery and balance. 

Enjoy and have fun with a bit of plant magic on the next sunny day.