WHY WE DON’T RECOMMEND ALL FLOWERS BE PRESERVED
Unfortunately, all flowers are different in the way they preserve and some flowers produce a much better finished product than others. As you can see from most of our previous client’s orbs, hardy flower heads such as roses are the sturdiest and generally produce the best result. In saying that other flowers also work well, but please have a read of our flower guide below prior to booking your orb as the last thing we want is for you to be disappointed if your chosen flowers change more than you previous thought.
Please Note- This is a rough GUIDE ONLY! Each and every flower is different, therefore each flower may react differently during the process of preservation and it is best to contact us if you have any questions.
Flowers and Drying Guide
Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lilies)
Can be very difficult, not recommended but possible- Vibrant colours dry best
Amaranthus
Excellent
Amaryllis
Good- Colours will slightly change
Anthurium
Good but dark colours will darken
Anemone - all colours
Not Acceptable
Arum
Excellent
Aster
Extremely Difficult, very fragile, not recommended but possible
Bird of Paradise
Difficult
Bouvardia
Not Acceptable
Carnation
Good
Cala Lillies (Mango and Shades of Pink)
Not Acceptable (White can be used)
Cornflowers
OK, but can be very fragile leading to small tears, not ideal
Chrysanthemum
Not Acceptable
Daffodils
Good
Dahlia
Very Poor- Ideally Not Suitable but ok
Daisies
Poor - Very brittle
Delphinium
Good
Freesia
Ok- Can turn transparent, best if not in full bloom yet
Gardenia
Excellent
Gerbera (Red/Cerise Pink)
Can be very difficult but OK & darker colours usually darken. Lighter can work.
Gladiolus
Good
Heather/Calluna
Excellent
Hyacinth
Excellent
Hydrangea
Good
Iris
Good
Lilac
Excellent
Lilies- (Except Mango & Shades of Pink which is poor)
Good
Lisianthus
Difficult but possible
IVY
Not Recommended
Pansies
Excellent
Peonies
Excellent
Pernettya Berries
Very Poor- Not recommended
Phlox
Not Acceptable
Protea ( exotic flowers)
Not Advised as these will turn much darker through the preservation process as the outside shell will turn brown
Queen Anne's Lace
Excellent
Orchids (Light Colours)
Can be difficult but ok (Cerise Pink Orchids are Very Difficult not recommended)
Roses
Excellent
Snapdragons
Excellent
Stephanotis
Excellent
Succulents
Not Acceptable
Sun Flowers
Poor, not usually recommended
SweetPeas
Poor, not recommended- Not ideal but OK. Work best only when fresh but still cannot be guaranteed
Stock
Excellent
Tulips
Can be difficult but OK. Colours tend to change