Cut the rose early in the morning
Use sharp, clean scissors or pruning shears
Remove excess leaves
Trim the stem at an angle
Place the rose in clean water immediately
Change the water every 1 to 2 days
Recut the stem every few days
Keep the rose away from direct sunlight
Keep the rose away from heat sources
Keep the rose away from ripening fruit
Add flower preservative to the water
Dry the rose with silica gel for long-term preservation
Hang the rose upside down in a dark, dry place for air drying
Press the rose between heavy books for flat preservation
Store preserved roses in a cool, dry place
Avoid touching preserved petals too much