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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl

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Annika

USA
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Posted - Nov 01 2013 :  11:25:40 AM  Show Profile
I unfortunately had to lop off a few lower ponderosa branches and am looking at the long sweepy needles with an artistic eye towards holiday swags for the door. I am afraid that they will go all brown though and was wondering if any of you have any tips on keeping evergreen greenery green? I was thinking of spray on clear acrylic but that would make them stiff and nasty looking. Paint on melted paraffin? It's a beautiful day for swag making here on the lovely Palouse

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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl

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Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Nov 01 2013 :  11:42:12 AM  Show Profile
I always spritz our greenery with fresh water from a spray bottle, Annika. I don't know what might keep them green and fresh-looking longer, but I'm so looking forward to finding out! So glad you've asked! Hugs - Nini

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Nancy Gartenman
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Nancy
West Seneca New York
USA
9092 Posts

Posted - Nov 01 2013 :  11:46:48 AM  Show Profile
I can keep a real wreath on the front porch all winter, I spray it now and then, but the cold weather seems to do the trick. This is outside of course. Inside I don't think it would last to long.

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Calicogirl
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Sharon
Bruce Crossing Michigan
USA
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Posted - Nov 02 2013 :  12:19:38 PM  Show Profile
I wonder if you could mix glycerin with the water and if that would help? I would love to know too!

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