10 Myths About Wedding Bouquet Preservation—Debunked!

Your wedding bouquet is a beautiful symbol of love, commitment, and one of the most special days of your life. Naturally, you want to keep it forever! But when it comes to floral preservation, there are many myths that can lead to disappointment or unrealistic expectations.

Let’s set the record straight by debunking 12 common myths about wedding bouquet preservation so you can make the best decision for your keepsake.

1. All Flowers Preserve Equally Well

Not all flowers hold up the same way during preservation. Some flowers, like ranunculus, tend to dry and retain their shape beautifully, while others, like lilies and tulips, are more delicate and prone to browning or wilting.

💡 Tip: If your bouquet contains fragile blooms, a professional preservationist can recommend techniques to keep them looking their best, such as pressing or resin preservation.

2. Fresh Flowers Don’t Need to Be Processed Quickly

Think you can wait a week to preserve your bouquet? Think again! Flowers begin to wilt immediately after your wedding, and the longer you wait, the harder it becomes to capture their beauty.

💡 Truth: The ideal time frame for floral preservation is within 1-3 days of your wedding. If you can’t get your flowers to a preservationist right away, store them in a vase with a small amount of water in a cool, dark place.

3. Any Bouquet Can Be Preserved Perfectly

While floral preservation is an art, it’s not magic. Some flowers may fade, change texture, or become too delicate to work with. Additionally, intricate bouquet designs may need to be adjusted to fit within a preservation piece.

💡 Reality: A skilled preservationist will do their best to retain your bouquet’s beauty, but slight changes in color, texture, or arrangement should be expected.

4. You Can Preserve Your Bouquet at Home Easily

DIY floral preservation might seem like a fun idea, but it’s tricky. Home methods like air-drying or using silica gel can lead to uneven drying, color fading, and brittle flowers.

💡 Professional preservationists use specialized techniques like resin encapsulation, and pressing to maintain flowers’ vibrancy and structure for years. If you want a lasting keepsake, it’s worth investing in a pro!

5. Resin Preservation Lasts Forever

Resin is a stunning way to preserve flowers, but it’s not indestructible. Over time, exposure to direct sunlight or high temperatures can cause yellowing.

💡 How to keep resin looking fresh:

• Display your resin keepsake away from direct sunlight.

• Keep it in a climate-controlled area to prevent warping.

• Wipe with a microfiber cloth to avoid scratches.

With proper care, resin preservation can stay beautiful for decades!

6. The Bouquet Will Look Exactly Like It Did on the Wedding Day

While preservation captures the essence of your bouquet, flowers naturally change during the drying process. Some colors may darken (reds and purples), while others may lighten (whites and pastels). Certain blooms may also shrink slightly.

💡 Tip: Work with a preservation artist who can arrange your flowers in a way that enhances their beauty, even if some adjustments are necessary.

7. Preserved Flowers Require No Maintenance

Unlike fresh flowers, preserved blooms don’t need water—but that doesn’t mean they’re completely maintenance-free!

💡 To keep them in pristine condition:

• Keep them out of direct sunlight to prevent fading.

• Avoid humid areas, as moisture can lead to mold.

• Dust gently and polish resin blocks every 3-6 months with a microfiber cloth.

A little care goes a long way in maintaining your keepsake!

8. All Preservation Methods Are the Same

There are multiple ways to preserve flowers, and each has a different look and feel:
✅ Freeze-drying: Keeps flowers looking full and natural.
✅ Pressing: Creates a flat, artistic arrangement—perfect for framing.
✅ Resin encapsulation: Encases flowers in a durable, glass-like material for jewelry, ornaments, and blocks.

💡 Choose the right method based on your vision for the keepsake!

9. You Can’t Preserve Silk or Artificial Flowers

Surprise! You can preserve artificial flowers in creative ways. While they don’t require traditional drying techniques, they can be arranged into resin keepsakes, shadow boxes, or framed displays just like real flowers.

💡 Bonus: Artificial flowers won’t fade or deteriorate, making them a great option for long-lasting keepsakes.

10. You Can Book a Preservation Service at the Last Minute

Many brides don’t realize that floral preservationists have limited capacity. Since flowers need to be processed quickly, most professionals require advance reservations to ensure availability.

💡 Book your preservation service as early as possible—ideally as soon as you book your florist! This way, you’ll have a spot secured, a plan in place and your bouquet can be handled at its freshest.

Final Thoughts

Wedding bouquet preservation is an amazing way to keep a piece of your special day forever, but knowing the facts will help you set realistic expectations and choose the best preservation method for you.

If you’re considering preserving your bouquet, don’t wait until after the wedding—reach out now to discuss your options!

💐 Want to turn your wedding flowers into a forever keepsake? Contact me today to secure your spot!