Heather

About Heather

Heather is a floral note inspired by the blossoms of Calluna vulgaris, an evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. Native to European moorlands and heathlands, it produces dense clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers. In perfumery, heather is rarely extracted as an essential oil from the flowers; instead, it is typically recreated as an accord. The scent of heather is delicate, powdery, and subtly sweet, with faint herbal and woody nuances that evoke natural landscapes.

Scent Profile

The scent of heather is a light, transparent floral note. At the top, a faint honey-like sweetness and a fresh, green-leaf impression are perceptible. Through the middle to the base, a powdery, soft floral character persists, joined by dry, hay-like and mossy earthy nuances. Overall, it is understated and blends harmoniously with other fragrance materials.

Use in Perfumery

Heather is primarily used as a middle note, adding natural depth to floral bouquets, green compositions, and woody fragrances. It pairs well with powdery flowers such as lavender, violet, and iris, and can also be combined with earthy notes like oakmoss and vetiver to evoke moorland scenery. While rarely a star in its own right, heather is valued as a supporting note that enhances other floral accords.