Preserved Fern Stem Olive

This beautiful and delicate olive coloured fern stems are almost translucent. So pretty on their own in a tiny vase or mounted in a glass frame. 

Stem length approximately 20 cms

Preserved stems cast last years if cared for correctly.  Half of any plants weight is water, so the preserving technique replaces the water with a chemical humectant, most commonly glycerine. Try to avoid sudden temperature and humidity changes which may cause 'sweating', as the glycerine used in preserving cannot evaporate as quickly as water. The dyes used may not be colourfast, so avoid placing on surfaces that could be damaged. Do not clean stems with water, just lightly dust.