Drying Flowers (5262)

Drying and Preserving Flowers and Plant Materials for Decorative Use

Mary Beth Musgrove, Extension Associate. Horticulture, Auburn University
Drying and preserving flowers and plant materials is a form of artistic expression that was very popular during the Victorian age and has once again gained popularity. There are many reasons for preserving plant materials, whether your interest is in drying flowers from an arrangement that has special meaning or preserving beautiful cut flowers, foliage, ornamental grasses, and plant materials from the landscape or garden. Dried flowers are used in arrangements, wreaths, swags, pressed art, and other decorations.
To improve your success with drying plant materials, and to enhance their longevity, refer to the following methods for drying plant materials.

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