How to make dried flowers from eucalyptus leaves

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1. Use the hanging air drying method

2. Use microwave oven for drying

3. Precautions

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Eucalyptus belongs to the eucalyptus family, and its leaves are the staple food of Australia's national treasure koala. The eucalyptus tree is relatively tall, and its leaves come in many shapes and are green in color. They are very beautiful. Not only does it look beautiful, but it also has a camphor smell and can be used as medicine and to refine essential oils. Since the appearance of eucalyptus leaves is loved by many people, in order to retain its beautiful green appearance, people have begun to dry flowers, so that their beauty can be preserved. So how to make eucalyptus leaves into dried flowers? Here are several methods to introduce to you.

1. Use the hanging air drying method

1. Using the hanging air-drying method

Air-drying is the simplest and most economical method of making dried eucalyptus flowers. Many people use it. The specific operation methods are as follows:

First, choose a warm and windy environment, and it must be dry. At this time, you can place fresh eucalyptus leaves upside down in this environment.

The drying time depends on the moisture in the eucalyptus leaves and the surrounding air humidity. Generally, it can be made in a short period of time.

After a few days, touch it with your hands. If the leaves are crispy, they are ready.

2. Use microwave oven for drying< /h2>

If you have a microwave at home, you can also use the microwave to make dried eucalyptus flowers, but make sure the space is large enough to put down the eucalyptus leaves.

One of the biggest features of microwave drying is that its production process is relatively fast because it does not rely on the surrounding environment. The preparation time depends on the microwave oven itself and the number of eucalyptus leaves. Generally, you need to wrap the leaves with paper or an envelope and put them in the microwave oven. Twenty-five seconds of microwave time will make it successful.

3. Precautions

Before making this dried flower, you need to select the leaves. Generally, you need to choose leaves that have a good-looking shape, no curling of the leaf edges, and no signs of damage from diseases and insect pests.

During the production process, the air-drying method should not be rushed. You must wait until the texture is very crisp before taking it off, otherwise it will easily deteriorate in the future because the leaves still contain moisture.

You can try the microwave method several times, thinking that the time of 25 seconds is an average number. Generally, it should be determined according to the size of the microwave oven in your home. If the time is too long, it may not look good.

The method is very simple. If you master the elements, you can make beautiful dried eucalyptus flowers. Take action quickly to decorate your home more freshly.

2. Use microwave oven for drying

3. Precautions

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