🌸 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

It’s the perfect time to start drying hydrangeas to use as decor or in crafting. If your hydrangeas are wilting instead of drying, here are some tips to try. I dry hydrangea every year with fantastic success and they make beautiful decor pieces for years to come. #gardening #gardening101 #hydrangea #hydrangeaseason | Blueacre Garden