Notes of Lotus

Lotusland, the enchanting 37-acre Montecito gardens founded by the late opera singer Ganna Walska, is adding to its collection of fragrances.

Three years ago, as I revealed in this illustrious organ, they launched Osmanthus; a scent inspired by the delicate blossoms of Osmanthus fragrance found in the estate’s Japanese Garden, while Lemon Arbor, launched last year, draws upon the citrus notes and the fresh scent of the garden’s lemon arbor.

Now, Los Angeles perfumer Douglas Little of Heretic Parfum has concocted Sacred Lotus inspired by the breathtaking annual bloom in Lotusland’s Water Garden, a stunning spectacle that captures the spirit and essence of the garden’s connection to nature and Walska’s profound spiritual vision.

Sacred Lotus promises to transport wearers into a realm of serenity and reflection, allowing them to experience the purity and resilience symbolized by the lotus flower.

With top notes of blue lotus absolute, ylang ylang, and jasmine samba, heart notes of tuberose and orange flower absolute, and base notes of Javanese vetiver and sheer white musk, it’s sure to be a blooming success.

It is available online and at Lotusland’s Garden Shop with all proceeds supporting the continued care and preservation of the legendary gardens.

And just in time for Christmas…