I got this from the H & H Nursery newletter.
Fresh holiday greens such as wreaths and garlands have a definite life span, but with the following tips toi can keep them looking good so toi can enjoy their wonderful scent and beauty throughout the holiday season.
If toi aren't hanging ou mounting your greens right away, lay them outside on the ground (best side up) in a cool shady location until toi are ready to use them. Try to avoid getting the greenery wet.
Sunlight, heat and wind are the worst enemies for holiday greenery, so keep that in mind when hanging them up. Outdoors, wreaths will...
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