How do I dry blue hydrangea?
Natural MethodCut the blue hydrangea from the shrub in late summer or early fall. The petals will have already begun to dry out on their own. Carefully remove the leaves and arrange the hydrangeas in a vase without water. Allow them to naturally air dry.Silica Gel MethodPour 1/2 inch of silica gel crystals into a container slightly larger than the blue hydrangea. Make sure the container has a lid. Work in a well-ventilated area, wear a face mask and carefully follow the product’s directions. Cut the stem so that its height is appropriate for the container. Hold the blue hydrangea above the layer of silica gel, in the center of the container. Pour silica gel around the bloom until it is surrounded by 1 inch of silica gel crystals. Let go of the blue hydrangea. Continue to pour crystals around the flower until it is entirely surrounded by the silica gel. Make sure the crystals fall under the petals and surround the center petals. Tap the container occasionally to help the crystals fall i
