How to Dry Black Eyed Susans

Black-eyed Susans are beautiful flowers that can be used to add a touch of nature to your home décor. They are also a popular choice for dried flower arrangements. If you want to dry black-eyed Susans, there are a few simple steps you can follow.

1. Harvest the flowers. The best time to harvest black-eyed Susans is when they are fully open. Cut the flowers from the plant, leaving about 2 inches of stem.

2. Prepare the flowers. Remove the leaves from the stems. You can also remove the black-eyed centers, if desired.

3. Hang the flowers to dry. Hang the black-eyed Susans upside down in a cool, dry place. Make sure the flowers are not touching each other.

4. Allow the flowers to dry completely. It will take several weeks for the black-eyed Susans to dry completely. Once they are dry, they will be brittle and lightweight.

5. Store the flowers. Store the dried black-eyed Susans in a cool, dry place. They can be stored in a cardboard box or a glass jar.

Tips for drying black-eyed Susans:

* Use fresh, high-quality flowers.

* Hang the flowers in a place where they will not be disturbed.

* Allow the flowers to dry completely before storing them.

* Dried black-eyed Susans can be used in a variety of ways, including in wreaths, garlands, and dried flower arrangements.