1、 Collection pruning

After lavender blooms, first cut its flower stems. The position of trimming is different according to different purposes. It is usually trimmed at the first section below the flower. If it is used for flower arrangement, the branches can be left longer. Don't let it touch water after pruning. There is a risk of decay after being exposed to water. Instead, put it in a dry place first.

2、 Drying method

There are two ways to dry lavender, one is natural air drying, the other is microwave drying. Natural air drying is closely related to the environment. Find a warm and dry room with good ventilation and indoor temperature of no less than 10 ℃. Bundle the flowers into small handfuls and hang them upside down on the hook. Be careful not to stick to the wall, but hang them in an open place. Then wait for air drying, which generally takes 8-10 days. Check regularly and feel that the petals are crisp. Microwave oven drying method is faster, but the temperature and duration should be controlled.

3、 Use of dried flowers

1. Flower arrangement: Lavender itself has a certain aroma, and the shape is also very beautiful. It is very good to arrange flowers after making dried flowers. Find a glass bottle. The bottle should be cleaned and air dried to ensure that there is no water in it, and then insert the dried flowers into it. Flower arrangement can be placed in many places indoors as decoration. It is very beautiful, whether on TV cabinet or desk.

2. Sachet: lavender dried flowers can also be used to make sachets. Its own aroma is very unique and has the effect of repelling mosquitoes. Prepare a sachet and put the dried petals into it. The sachet can be put in the wardrobe or carried with you. You can smell it at ordinary times and have a good mood.

3. Making tea: lavender dried flowers can be used to make tea. It not only tastes fragrant, but also has the effect of soothing nerves and helping sleep. Therefore, it is very suitable for working people with high pressure.