What Are Dried Flowers?
Dried or Preserved Flowers are a trend that is here to stay!
Dried flowers are a timeless and elegant way to preserve the beauty of blossoming flora long past their natural lifespan. They have been cherished throughout history for their enduring allure and symbolic resonance, embodying sentiments of nostalgia, permanence, and the delicate balance of life and death.
Preserving bridal bouquets by drying them has become a wedding tradition. By drying your bouquets at home instead of throwing them away, you contribute to the positive cycle of reduce, reuse, recycle. Dried flowers are a subtle and effective way to reduce waste while adding a trendy touch to your home.
How do you dry flowers?
Drying flowers is an age-old practice; by reducing the flower's moisture content, it can be kept indefinitely, capturing a moment of natural beauty in a lasting, tangible form. The process can be as simple as hanging a bouquet upside down in a dry, dark place, or as complex as using silica gel to meticulously preserve every petal's shape and color.
What kinds of flowers can be dried?
The variety of dried flowers available is as vast as that of their fresh counterparts. From roses, lavender, and hydrangeas to more exotic species like proteas and orchids, each flower brings its own unique aesthetic to a dried arrangement. They can be used in a myriad of ways - in floral arrangements, home decor, crafting, or even as a heartfelt gift.
Do dried flowers lose their color?
Even as they lose their vibrant colors, dried flowers gain a certain rustic charm. The muted tones and brittle textures lend themselves beautifully to vintage-inspired decor, creating an ambiance of warmth and nostalgia. They also provide a sustainable and long-lasting alternative to fresh flowers, requiring no water and minimal care.
Not just for decor:
However, dried flowers are not just about aesthetics. Many dried flowers, like lavender and chamomile, have therapeutic properties and are used in teas, bath soaks, and aromatherapy. Others, like roses and calendula, are used in skincare for their soothing and rejuvenating properties.
Why dried flowers?
Dried flowers are not just remnants of blooms past their prime. They are beautiful, versatile, and carry a deep significance that transcends their aesthetic appeal. They remind us to appreciate beauty in all its forms and stages, and to find joy in permanence amidst the fleeting nature of life.
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