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Drying dahlias for stunning hanging arrangements with Philippa Stewart - Episode 234

Drying dahlias for stunning hanging arrangements with Philippa Stewart - Episode 234

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Philippa Stewart started ‘Justdahlias’ when a passion turned into an obsession, and her talent for drying dahlias is a fabulous way to intensify their impact.

This week’s episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ dives into Philippa’s journey into dahlia drying, different techniques for drying them yourself, how best to arrange them, and the most stunning varieties when dried.

In this episode, discover:

  • Philippa's top tips for hanging flowers for perfect preservation and maximum air circulation
  • The fascinating world of dahlia colour transformations, as their hues evolve and intensify over time
  • How to create a cutting garden that provides flowers from summer right through to autumn, with varieties that work brilliantly both fresh and dried

Products mentioned:

Dahlia 'Sweet Nathalie'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-sweet-nathalie

Dahlia Cactus Group Mix

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-cactus-group-mix

Dahlia 'Café au Lait'

https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-cafe-au-lait

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