How to Care for a Dried Flower Wreath Through Autumn and Winter

A well-made dried flower wreath should last at least a full season, and often much longer, if you treat it reasonably well. Here's what we tell customers when they take one home from the studio.

Where to hang it ¶

The main enemy of a dried wreath is moisture. Avoid hanging it in a bathroom, a kitchen above the hob, or anywhere that gets condensation on cold mornings. A hallway, a living room wall, or a front door in a covered porch are all fine.

Direct sunlight will fade the colours over a few months. A north-facing wall or a spot that gets indirect light will keep the colours better for longer. This matters most for flowers with strong pigment. Strawflower and pampas hold their colour well, but some dried roses and hydrangeas can fade noticeably in a sunny spot.

Dusting and maintenance ¶

Dried flowers collect dust. A gentle pass with a soft brush or a hairdryer on the cool setting every few weeks is enough to keep a wreath looking fresh. Don't use a damp cloth. Moisture is the problem, not the solution.

If a stem breaks or falls out, you can usually reattach it with a small amount of florist's wire or a dab of clear-drying glue. Dried arrangements are more fragile than fresh ones but they're also more forgiving of minor repairs.

Storing it between seasons ¶

If you want to put the wreath away after the season, wrap it loosely in tissue paper and store it in a cardboard box in a dry cupboard. Don't use a plastic bag. It traps moisture. A box with a few holes in the sides for airflow is ideal.

Most of our wreaths come back out looking good after a season in storage. The colours will have faded slightly, which is natural, but the structure should be intact.

Our dried autumn wreaths are available in the studio through October and November, priced at £48. Each one is made from what we've dried that season, so no two are identical.