Fred warns, 'Don't use sticky tape to attach your flower to card.If you're trying to press a bulkier plant, add extra paper and card to ensure that every part of the plant and flower is being directly pressed, to avoid bits shrivelling up.You could also consider cutting the plant stem in half. Place the kitchen roll so that it is an extra layer outside of the newspaper. Ditto if you are trying to press multiple specimens at once. If you want to press a succulent plant or something with a large stem, use kitchen roll to absorb the extra moisture that comes out on the first day, and throw it away.Newspaper works well as the immediate covering for your plant specimen because it is fairly absorbent and has anti-fungal properties.
Even warming the newspaper before using it helps drive moisture off.' You want a location that's warm enough to get rid of moisture rapidly, without cooking your specimen.įred adds, 'Try drying your plant specimen next to a radiator or central heating boiler if you have one - these provide a nice flow of warm air. Drying flowers quickly can help preserve colour.Picking in moderation ensures plenty is left for others to enjoy and for the plant to survive.' This means that, if there are twenty plants, it is okay to take from one of them, as long as it's not a species protected by legislation. 'It's also a good idea to follow the "one in twenty rule". The guide we've put together will help you to avoid the instances where it would harm plants or is illegal. 'Picking wild flowers with care and in moderation is usually fine. Download a free copy from the Botanical Society of Britain & Ireland website.įred adds, 'Picking flowers can help children learn about them and become more enthusiastic about nature and protecting it. The BSBI Code of Conduct contains guidance on how to collect responsibly and stay within the law. While it is fine to pick most plants, if you're picking wild plants there are some things to consider. Fred is one of the authors of the BSBI Code of Conduct for picking, collecting, photographing and enjoying wild plants.
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