Air-dry the bouquet upside down in a dark, dry, well-ventilated place
Remove any damaged, wilted, or excess leaves before drying
Tie stems together loosely with string or ribbon
Keep flowers out of direct sunlight to reduce fading
Use silica gel to dry flowers faster and help maintain shape
Press individual blooms between heavy books or in a flower press
Hang the bouquet separately from humidity and heat
Spray dried flowers lightly with clear floral sealant or hairspray
Store preserved flowers in a shadow box or glass display case
Keep the preserved bouquet away from moisture, dust, and sunlight
Freeze-dry the bouquet through a professional preservation service
Encapsulate petals or small blooms in resin for keepsakes
Frame selected flowers with archival-quality materials
Handle preserved flowers gently to avoid breakage
Preserve the bouquet as soon as possible after the wedding
Trim stems and refresh water if preserving briefly before drying
Use acid-free paper and materials for long-term storage
Check preserved flowers periodically for dust or damage