HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

FLORICULTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following could be used to preserve or dry flowers and foliage
A
Silica gel
B
Sand
C
Glycerin
D
All of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hang upside down in a warm, dry, dark area such as an attic, closet or furnace room. Avoid damp rooms or direct sun on the flowers, but provide good air circulation. Allow to hang until thoroughly dried, which normally takes two to three weeks.

Detailed explanation-2: -Flowers dried in silica gel must be placed in airtight containers. If a container is not sealed tightly, the silica gel absorbs moisture from the air, and flowers dry too slowly or not at all. A candy tin, plastic container, coffee can, large-mouth jar or any other container with a tight-fitting lid may be used.

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