What is the best way to preserve Calla Lilies?

Answer by  tina63 (273)

Freeze-drying is the best way to preserve them. Next best is using Borax - cut flowers are laid in the Borax then completely covered with it. The container is left in a warm, dark dry area for 10 days then brushed with paintbrush gently to remove powder.

Answer by  Jubjub (32)

The best technique for preserving calla lillies is to freeze dry the flowers. This technique involves drying and freezing the cut flowers at temperatures around negative 40 degrees F. However, this technique requires expensive equipment and is best performed by companies who specialize in the service.

Answer by  hahagal (983)

There are some powders that you can use in order to preserve the Calla Lilies that you can use for future use. When you use the powders then you are getting the high quality dried flowers that you are looking for without the hassle of watering and maintaining the flowers.

Answer by  Dcheek (85)

One way to preserve these flowers is the freezing method.One other way is using Borax. Cut flowers are laid, one stem at a time, in an inch of household borax, then covered completely with borax. Then follow step by step instructions to finish the process.

Answer by  souldolphindream (835)

We are flower people in our home. I have found that what works great for our Calla Lilies is to use 1 part sugar to one part vinegar. Something in this keeps them very fresh and is natural.