How do I care for my fresh and dried protea?
For loose-cut stems, trim the flower stems one-half inch before placing in fresh water. Change the water and trim the stems every three to four days. The unique beauty of your fresh protea design will typically last 10-14 days. It will then begin it’s drying process. To promote the best drying result possible, simply allow the water to evaporate (for wreaths and swags, the water in each flower will dry naturally; for arrangements, allow the water to evaporate from the holding container. For loose-cut stems, remove the flowers from your vase and hang them upside down to dry. Your protea design will transform its fresh colors into beautiful muted tones that last indefinitely! The Golden Rule of Protea Care is that your protea design should not be placed in direct sunlight nor keep in damp places, like bathrooms. Removing dust from your dried design is easily accomplished by gently blowing the arrangement with an electric hairdryer on a low setting.
