How to Preserve Fresh Eucalyptus
It's so easy to preserve fresh eucalyptus branches! The results are so pretty and you only need one ingredient!
Equipment
- large jar or vase
Ingredients
- fresh eucalyptus branches
- boiling water
- vegetable glycerin
Instructions
- Use a hammer or meat mallet to smash the ends of the branches - this will increase the area that will be absorbing the glycerin mixture.
- Combine two parts boiling water to one part vegetable glycerin in a jar or vase. Once the mixture has cooled to room temperature add your eucalyptus. In about two weeks you'll notice that the leaves have softened, and turned darker in color.
- Trim the ends if needed and enjoy!
Notes
- I used 2 cups of water and 1 cup of glycerin for this post - you may need to adjust quantities based on the size of your jar or vase.
- Much like forcing branches, you'll get the best results preserving eucalyptus if you smash the ends of the branches to increase the area that will be absorbing the glycerin mixture.
- While the branches are preserving try to keep them out of direct sunlight if you can.
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