🌸 How to Dry Hydrangeas the Right Way Don’t cut too soon or they’ll wilt! Here’s how to get it just right: 1️⃣ Wait for the antique stage 👉 Look for vintage tones—green, mauve, dusty pink/blue—and petals that feel papery, not fresh. 2️⃣ Do the feel test ✅ Gently touch the petals—they should feel dry and slightly crisp. 3️⃣ Cut long stems strip the leaves ✂️ Leaves rot fast—get rid of them. 4️⃣ Place in a vase 🕳️ No water OR 1 inch of water and let it evaporate naturally. 5️⃣ Finish with hairs