Guide: How to Prevent Dried Flowers from Shedding

Dried flowers are delicate and can shed petals or leaves over time. Here’s how to minimize that and keep them looking great:

1. Handle with Care

• Avoid frequent touching or moving. The more you handle dried flowers, the more they’ll break or shed.

• When arranging, support stems close to the base and handle gently.

2. Apply Hairspray or Floral Sealant

• Lightly mist your dried flowers with unscented hairspray from about 12 inches away.

• Let them dry completely before moving or displaying.

• You can also use a special floral sealant spray made for dried flowers (usually available at craft stores).

3. Keep Them Out of Sunlight

• Direct sunlight makes dried flowers brittle and causes colors to fade faster.

• Display them in a shaded or indirect light location.

4. Avoid Humidity

• Humidity can cause mold or make flowers limp and fragile.

• Keep them away from bathrooms, kitchens, or open windows during damp weather.

5. Dust Gently

• Use a soft paintbrush or a hair dryer on the cool, low setting to blow off dust.

• Don’t wipe or rub—this can cause breakage.

6. Choose Hardy Varieties

• Some flowers dry and preserve better than others (e.g., statice, lavender, strawflower).

• Delicate petals like roses or hydrangeas may require extra care or reinforcement.

7. Store Properly When Not in Use

• If rotating seasonal décor, store dried flowers in a sturdy box with tissue paper padding.

• Keep the box in a dry, cool place away from pests.