It’s the run-in to Christmas, so if you’re thin on decorations and want to think more sustainably about dazzling your guests this year, turn to the garden and start drying flowers now.In the first of many ‘12 Best’ episodes over the coming months, Tom Stimpson joins us as he and Sarah talk through the best flowers for stunning dried arrangements, and top tips to maintain their unique texture and colour throughout the season.In this episode, discover:<ul><li>Creative, sustainable ways to use dried flowers and foliage for beautiful homegrown Christmas decorations</li><li>Tried-and-tested techniques for drying and preserving everything from hydrangeas and dahlias to autumn leaves and poppy seed heads</li><li>Expert tips for maintaining colour, texture, and longevity in your dried arrangements</li><li>Inspiring ideas for DIY festive crafts that bring your garden’s magic indoors</li></ul>Products mentioned:Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Fresco'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-little-fresco'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-little-fresco</a>Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' AGM<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-limelight'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/hydrangea-paniculata-limelight</a>Lunaria annua<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lunaria-annua'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lunaria-annua</a>Allium hollandicum 'Purple Sensation'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensation'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-hollandicum-purple-sensation</a>Allium schubertii<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-schubertii'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-schubertii</a>Allium cristophii<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophii'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/allium-cristophii</a>Climbing French Bean 'Monte Gusto'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/french-bean-monte-gusto'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/french-bean-monte-gusto</a>Runner Bean 'Black Knight'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/runner-bean-black-knight'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/runner-bean-black-knight</a>Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' (Ficus carica)<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/fig-little-miss-figgy'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/fig-little-miss-figgy</a>Chasmanthium latifolium<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chasmanthium-latifolium'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/chasmanthium-latifolium</a>Papaver somniferum 'Black Beauty'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-somniferum-black-beauty'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/papaver-somniferum-black-beauty</a>Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Pygmy Torch'<a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/products/amaranthus-hypochondriacus-pygmy-torch'>https://www.sarahraven.com/products/amaranthus-hypochondriacus-pygmy-torch</a>Follow Sarah: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/'>https://www.instagram.com/sarahravenperchhill/</a>Get in touch: <a href='mailto:info@sarahraven.com'>info@sarahraven.com</a> Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: <a href='http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu'>http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu</a> Follow us on Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/'>https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/</a> Order Sarah’s latest books: <a href='https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest'>https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest</a>

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