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Potpourri Calculator — Dried Flowers, Oil & Fixative Ratio

Get precise dried flower, essential oil, and fixative amounts for homemade potpourri blends

Cost per Bowl

$6.76

Total

8.0 cups

EO Drops

64

Cost

$6.76
per bowl

Ingredients

Dried Flowers/Petals
5.60 cups
Spices/Citrus Peel
1.20 cups
Fixative (orris root)
0.80 cups
Essential Oil
64 drops

Tips

Curing: Seal in a jar for 2–4 weeks before displaying. Shake every few days to blend scents.
Refresh: Add 3–5 drops of essential oil when scent fades (every 2–3 months).

Example Calculations

1Medium Bowl (4 cups)

Inputs

Bowl SizeMedium (4 cups)
Count2 bowls

Result

Cost per Bowl$5.06

Two 4-cup bowls = 8 cups. At 70% flowers, 15% spice, 10% fixative + 64 drops EO.

2Gift Sachets (8 x small)

Inputs

Bowl SizeSmall (2 cups)
Count4 bowls

Result

Cost per Bowl$2.53

Four 2-cup portions for gift sachet bags. Smaller batches cost less per unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

What is the correct ratio for homemade potpourri?

A standard potpourri blend is 70% dried flowers and petals, 15% spices or citrus peel, 10% fixative (orris root or cellulose fiber), and 6–8 drops of essential oil per cup.

  • Dried flowers/petals: 70% by volume
  • Spices/citrus peel: 15%
  • Fixative (orris root): 10%
  • Essential oil: 6–8 drops per cup of mix
Q

What fixative should I use for potpourri?

Orris root powder is the most common potpourri fixative. It absorbs and slowly releases essential oils over months. Cellulose fiber and calamus root are alternatives.

  • Orris root: most popular, subtle violet scent
  • Cellulose fiber: odorless, good for sensitive noses
  • Calamus root: earthy scent, good for spicy blends
  • Use 1 tbsp fixative per cup of potpourri
Q

How long does homemade potpourri last?

Well-made potpourri with a proper fixative lasts 2–6 months. You can refresh it by adding a few drops of essential oil when the scent fades.

  • With fixative: 2–6 months of scent
  • Without fixative: 2–4 weeks
  • Cure in sealed jar 2–4 weeks before displaying
  • Refresh with 3–5 drops of EO every 2–3 months
Q

How much does homemade potpourri cost?

A 4-cup bowl of DIY potpourri costs $4–$8 depending on flower quality. Retail potpourri of similar quality sells for $15–$30.

  • Dried flowers: ~$1.50/cup
  • Spices/citrus: ~$0.80/cup
  • Fixative: ~$2.00/cup
  • Essential oil: ~$0.04/drop
  • Total 4-cup bowl: $6–$10 vs $15–$30 retail

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Last Updated: Mar 19, 2026

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