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Drying Eucalyptus – Two Ways to Preserve Eucalyptus Branches

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Love eucalyptus branches? ME TOO! Drying eucalyptus is the perfect way to preserve your branches for decor, wreaths and more. 

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Today’s post is going to show you two simple ways to do it…

How Do You Dry out Fresh Eucalyptus?

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Drying Eucalyptus with Vegetable Glycerin

This method drys eucalyptus stems as the glycerin sucks the moisture out of the stems and leaves.

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To dry eucalyptus with vegetable glycerin, here’s what you will need: – vase or container – hammer – scissors – vegetable glycerin – water – spoon – saucepan or pot

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How to Dry Eucalyptus by Hanging Upside Down

Collect them together and tie the ends together with twine. Hang upside down (using painters tape or a clothespin to hang) and let dry for approximately one to three months.

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What to Do with Dried Eucalyptus

Once your eucalyptus is dried, there are so many uses for it. Add to a vase or urn, use in a wreath or dried floral arrangement, use to make homemade potpourri or linen sachet, or create a dried floral crown.

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