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Easiest Way to Dry Hydrangeas

By stacy ling

Gardening Tips & Tricks

Discover the simplest, most effective method to dry hydrangeas and preserve their vibrant colors for stunning home décor.

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To prevent wilting during the preservation process, timing is key. Avoid harvesting blooms during their peak summer season, as they may shrivel up when dried. Instead, wait until late summer or early autumn when the petals feel papery. This indicates the blooms are mature enough and will hold their shape better while drying.

Find some pretty blooms that meet this criteria and cut about 12-18" long if you can.

Cut them at varying heights. It helps with the drying process when grouped together.

Remove all the leaves from the stems.

Grab a few glass jars or vases. I love to use mason jars for drying hydrangeas.

Fill each jar with about 2-3" of water and don't overcrowd the blooms in the jars so they get enough air circulation.

As the water evaporates, the hydrangea blooms will start naturally drying. And that's it! Preserving hydrangea flowers could not be any easier, am I right?

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Follow along to learn more about drying hydrangeas perfectly.

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