How to Press: Hyacinths

How to press hyacinths fast and easy for maximum color retention.

Hyacinths as one of the early blooming flowers in the spring. I can't wait for them to pop so I can get pressing again. Even with their thick petals, they can be pressed and their shape and colors add interest to pressed flower art.

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** Microwaves vary in power. For example, higher wattage microwaves will require shorter bursts to prevent burning the flower (See page 3 in the manual). The times shown in the videos are examples only and work for the microwave being used. It may take practice to know how your microwave works. We recommend getting used to it using thinner flowers first, such as violas, pansies, etc. **