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Write the importance of flower drying with important value added products of dry flowers |
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Answer» Importance of flower drying: Dry flowers have good demand both in Indian and international markets. From India it is being exported to countries like USA, Japan and Europe. India stands first in dry flower export owing to the availability of variety of plants. They are widely used to make handmade paper, lampshades, candle holders, jute bags, photo frames, boxes, books, wall quilts, topiary, cards and several gifts. The use of dry flowers in the making of these products enhances the appearance and beauty of these products. Value added products from dry flowers: (1) Dry flower arrangements (2) Book Marks (3) Greeting cards (4) Candles decorated with Dried flowers (5) Paper bag (6) Floral jewellery (7) Wall scenery (8) Pine cone arrangement (9) Pot Pourri (10) Skeletonised leaves (11) Paper weight (12) Dry arrangement using dried fruits of indigenous plants (14) Essential oils. |
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