How do you preserve everlasting flowers?

How do you preserve everlasting flowers?

Tie the stems into small bunches with rubber bands. Hang the loose bunches upside down in a warm, dry, well-ventilated place, such as an attic or shed. (Harvested flowers are usually hung to dry so that the stems dry straight.) Dry the plant material until it is thoroughly dry, usually 2 to 3 weeks.

How do you dry a flower?

Find a dark, dry area with good circulation, such as an attic or unused closet. With unflavored dental floss, secure the bottom of the flowers' stems to a hanger so that they hang upside down to dry. Leave flowers for two to three weeks until completely dry.

Can you dry Australian native flowers?

Drying techniques Most Western Australian native flowers are dried by simply hanging in an airy darkened room. A large area is required if substantial quantities of flowers are to be dried because the process may take four to six weeks. Fading of colours and browning of foliage are difficult to avoid.