Preserve (1 Viewer)

[marco55]

I know this has been said 10-15 times but what is the best stuff to use to preserve say a branch from outside.
Mark

 

[mikemiller1955]

I know this has been said 10-15 times but what is the best stuff to use to preserve say a branch from outside.
Mark

Go to Michael's Store...

for dried foliage...

buy a bottle of Glycerin ($2.00) about 4 ounces...

it looks like Karo syrup...

dilute it about 3 to 1 with warm water and mix well..

spritz the branch and let it sit til dry...

It will become preserved more flexible and re hydrated.

http://www.gardenguides.com/104469-use-glycerin-preserve-flowers-amp-foliage.html

 

[marco55]

Thanks Mike.I knew you or Ken Osen would answer this one.
Mark

 

[mikemiller1955]

If you want a more comprehensive answer...

Ken is the definitive source for sure...

he knows all the tricks...

try some of these links for alternative methods...

http://extension.missouri.edu/publications/DisplayPub.aspx?P=G6540

http://www.preservedgardens.com/glycerin-antifreeze.htm

http://www.wvu.edu/~agexten/hortcult/flowers/preservi.htm

 

[marco55]

No I just need a quick answer as I was going to use a branch for a tree trunk.
Mark