If you think dried flowers are lifeless and dull? Think twice. Here are nine practical, environmental and philosophical reasons why you should switch to naturally dried flowers.
1. Dried flowers are long lasting.
Dried flowers can last for months and even years. If properly harvested and dried, many flowers can retain their colour and texture for a long time. In comparison, fresh flowers have a very short vase life, usually 7-10 days. So, if you are after long-lasting floral arrangement and bouquet, consider dried flowers.
2. Dried flowers are beautiful and diverse.
Just like fresh flowers, dried flowers also come in all shapes, colours and sizes. They are just as beautiful and diverse as fresh ones. Flowers, such as nigella, helichrysum, rodanthe, echinops, and lavender are great when dried and can make stylish, elegant floral arrangement just like the fresh ones. The foliages and branches of maple trees, eucalyptus and willows also offer great texture and colour when dried. Many native Australian plants are great when dried, such as billy buttons and rice flowers. So you'll never run out of options when choosing dried blooms.
3. Dried flowers are available all year around.
Fresh flowers are all seasonal and only bloom once every year. But dried flowers can be stored for a long time and more readily available all year around - of course, only when the stock lasts.
4. Dried flowers are great for gifting and events.
Because its longevity, dried flowers are great for gifting, weddings and events. They can be prepared and bought well in advance, without any last-minute rush or worry about flower withering. They are also extremely light and convenient to carry around! And great as a keepsake.
5. Dried flowers require minimum care.
Fresh blooms need so much care - cutting stems, changing water, adding floral food... So much time and effort goes into looking after fresh blooms! And they don't last beyond 10 days usually, no matter how well you look after them. But not for dried flowers! They need almost no maintenance to stay beautiful for months and even years.
6. Dried flowers are more eco-friendly.
For those who are environmentally conscious and are concerned about floral industry waste, dried flowers are a great alternative to fresh blooms. Those naturally dried flowers are more sustainable and have a small carbon footprint - especially those sourced from local growers.
7. Dried flowers can be budget-saver.
Because your dried flowers can last so long, they actually save you a lot of money in the long run. One bouquet can last for 6-12 months! No fresh flowers can beat that!
8. Dried flowers embody the philosophy of slow-living.
Slow and conscious living is now a growing trend. Stepping away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, simply sit back and enjoy your dried flowers for a good 6-12 months. You will start to appreciate the gradual and subtle change of their colours and textures over time. No need to constantly worry about changing water, re-cutting the stem or replacing them. They are here for you for a long time, and you for them too. Slow living is nice.
9. Dried flowers help us appreciate life in its different forms and stages.
Nature's beauty not only present itself in fresh, perfect blooms, but also in dried petals, colourful leaves, papery calyx, and twisted branches. Dried flowers give us a different perspective on botanical life in various shapes and forms, which may also lead us to reflect on our own.
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