How to Care for Your Dried Flowers.

How do you keep your dried flowers looking their best for years?

 At Claire’s Cuttings, we love celebrating flowers in all their forms.  Flowers grown in County Antrim are shaped by local seasons, soil, and the Northern Irish climate. Each harvest can bring slightly different colours, textures and varieties, making every dried arrangement unique.

Whether you have received a dried bouquet as a gift or bought one to add a little natural beauty to your home, our simple tips will help you get the most out of your flowers.

• Keep them dry. Unlike fresh flowers, dried flowers don’t need water. Moisture can cause them to deteriorate and, in some cases, cause mould.

• Avoid direct sunlight. Keeping arrangements away from strong sunlight helps preserve their natural colour.

• Keep them away from the heat. Avoid radiators, fireplaces, and other sources of excessive heat. 

• Handle gently. Dried flowers are delicate, so try to avoid unnecessary handling or moving individual stems, as this may cause petals or leaves to flake off.

• Dust occasionally. Use a soft brush or a hairdryer on a cool, low setting to gently remove accumulated dust.

• Find the perfect spot. A cool, dry location away from humidity will help your arrangement last.