How to Preserve a Boxwood Wreath
A fresh boxwood wreath looks beautiful during the holiday season. However, it doesn't look beautiful for long. Because boxwood wreaths are a living wreath, the leaves can wither and die quickly. If you want to keep your boxwood wreath in top condition, it requires daily care, just as your other plants do. With a little TLC, you can preserve a boxwood wreath to get the most out of it this season and next season. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Soak your boxwood cuttings in water before you use them to make your wreath. This allows them to soak up as much water as possible, meaning they'll last longer. Traditionally, you can expect a fresh boxwood wreath to last about one month.
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Set your boxwood wreath outside on your porch, in your garage, or in your shed overnight if you run your heater. Heating units can cause the air in your home to become exceptionally dry, meaning your boxwood wreath will dry out quickly. Setting your wreath outside overnight will allow it to regain some of the moisture lost during the day.
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Allow your boxwood wreath to dry out until the leaves become completely brown. Store it in a safe location to use it next season for a beautiful, dried wreath.
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Use a spray-on or brush on sealer with your dried wreath. If you don't have an official sealer in your home, spritz your wreath with hair spray. This barrier helps your wreath looking great, even when there's moisture in the air.
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