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How to Preserve Cattails

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Date: 09/16/2009 Topics: Craft Tips > Floral | Readers Request > Crafts  
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Does anyone know how to preserve cattails so they last longer? Thank you.

By pinkrose345 from Otis, OR

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By clynnaltemus (41) Contact
Pick them before they reach the bursting stage. Then put them to one side until they dry and then spray with a hair lacquer or clear shellac.

I also use the hairspray on the plumy grasses to keep them from blowing away. They hold up fairly well, except you cannot dust them.

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By keeper60 (242) Profile Contact
Hang them upside down for 1-3 weeks to dry.Then use a lacquer hairspray. Enjoy

Posted on 09/17/2009 | Report Spam or Abuse

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    You mention preserving or drying wild plants. I am interested in how to preserve cattails to keep them from "bursting".

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You mention preserving or drying wild plants. I am interested in how to preserve cattails to keep them from "bursting". I believe years ago I was told that spraying them with hairspray would keep them intact. Do you know it that is true or have any other suggestions?

JoAnn from SD

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RE: How to Preserve Cattails

I have been cutting cattails in the fall and have preserved them by using hair spray which must be done right away and have never had them open. I have had them in my home for years. (02/02/2005)

By Mary

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