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Drying Your Roses There are two ways to dry roses 1. Air drying 2. Desiccant- Drying Air Drying is the most common method of preserving roses. This method is best for rose buds that are just about to open. Hang them in a warm, dry and dark place with good ventilation for a two weeks. Tie a string around the stems and hang them upside down. This will prevent moisture from becoming trapped between the flowers which can mold them. Once they are completely dried be careful to handle them with care for they will now be brittle. Display them tightly in a terracotta pot for the wonderful display. For more complete information on air drying flowers see "Working with Dried Flowers" In the floral instruction section of this site. Desiccant drying This method is perfect for open roses. You

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