Whether you have dried or preserved flowers, there are some simple things you can do to extend their life. Flowers that could potentially last for years if cared for properly simply won’t last if they’re not taken care of appropriately. To lengthen the life of your flowers, follow a few tips that are common to both dried and preserved flowers:

• Keep dried and preserved flowers in a cool, dry room and away from heaters and direct sunlight.
• Dust them periodically with something gentle, like a light feather duster or a cold, low setting on a hair dryer.
• Don’t get them wet. Keep them out of the bathroom and don’t put them in water regardless of how “fresh” they might look.