Drying dahlias for stunning hanging arrangements with Philippa Stewart - Episode 234

07/08/2025 24 min Episodio 234
Drying dahlias for stunning hanging arrangements with Philippa Stewart - Episode 234

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Philippa Stewart started ‘Justdahlias’ when a passion turned into an obsession, and her talent for drying dahlias is a fabulous way to intensify their impact.This week’s episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ dives into Philippa’s journey into dahlia drying, different techniques for drying them yourself, how best to arrange them, and the most stunning varieties when dried.In this episode, discover:Philippa's top tips for hanging flowers for perfect preservation and maximum air circulationThe fascinating world of dahlia colour transformations, as their hues evolve and intensify over timeHow to create a cutting garden that provides flowers from summer right through to autumn, with varieties that work brilliantly both fresh and driedProducts mentioned:Dahlia 'Sweet Nathalie'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-sweet-nathalieDahlia Cactus Group Mixhttps://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-cactus-group-mixDahlia 'Café au Lait'https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-cafe-au-laitFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/Get in touch: [email protected] on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest

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