All About Freeze Drying
July 22, 2013
What is the process?
The Freeze-drying process uses specialized machines. When flowers are placed in the frozen chamber (which is -30F) they will freeze in their original shape. Shrinkage is only about 1%, so they really are much the same size as when fresh. Several Pre-treatments and Post-treatments are used to strengthen and protect the color as best possible. Many other treatments and specialized loading techniques are used based on the type and color of the flowers. The process can last 6 weeks or more; only when no more moisture is being extracted is the machine then powered down.
What kind of flowers do well?
Most wedding bouquet flowers are great for the process. There are a few we do not recommend such as bouvardia, Asiatic lilies, daisies (Gerberas are ok for our process), lily of the valley, stock, phlox, iris, and wildflower types. It is best to ask us about your flowers.
How do I send to you?
Ship to: FOREVER FLOWERS, 1738 AVENIDA DEL SOL, BOCA RATON, FL 33432. You will be shipping to us on the first business day after the event. If you would like to know how to care for your flowers before shipping , please call us.
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