Last but not least, (4) prep your flowers properly. Ahead, she shares her pro tips for each of these areas so you can get the ...

You’ll need the flowers you want to dry, some ceramic plates, a few coffee filters, a heavy book, and your microwave. Here’s more on how to preserve flowers with a microwave.

Using a dehydrator to dry herbs can take up to 12 hours. If you don’t have a dehydrator, an easy hack is to set your oven to ...

This popular drying technique involves hanging flowers upside down to dry over time. It produces florals with straight stems, making it a great option for dried flower bouquets. “It takes longer ...

How these garden annuals can provide excellent dry flower arrangements Purple annual statice with silver dollar gum after four months in a vase without water. (Getty Images) ...

This summer is so hot, but there's no reason why our plants need to suffer, too. Here's what you can do to care for them ...

In intense heat, pay careful attention to watering as the soil in flower beds and containers can dry out rapidly. Check beds every few days if the weather is dry.

Mini-humidifiers are available online for $8-$20. Fertilization of ornamental plants need not be a primary concern.

How these garden annuals can provide excellent dry flower arrangements Purple annual statice with silver dollar gum after four months in a vase without water. (Getty Images) ...