Now is the time to look for hydrangeas to dry. Get as many as you can. Pick them with long stems and take all of the leaves off. Gather 3 or 4 in a bunch, rubber band the ends. Hang upside down in a cool, dry place. Let them hang for a week or so. They will dry, like cornflakes. Put them in a vase...no water. They will last forever.Tussie Mussies can be made, now, with a fresh hydrangea. If it is too big to be the center flower, cut out some of the clusters. See my post called "tussie mussies" to finish the project.
Dry the extra hydrangeas for potpourri. Use small scissors and cut the flower into clusters. You'll see the stems as you start cutting. Lay them on paper towels in a cool, dark place and let dry for about a week. Store them in a paper bag until you are ready to use.
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