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Experts reveal the £3 hack that will keep your wreath looking good for all of December

Wreath adorned with roses, berries, and pinecones on a blue door.

Soaking your wreath in glycerine is the latest hack that promises to preserve your wreath. However, florists say there are better methods to keep your Christmas wreath fresher for longer after the festive season ends.

Glycerine, a type of sugar alcohol, acts as a moisturizing agent, which means when you soak plants in a solution of glycerine and water, the glycerine helps them retain more moisture, keeping them fresher for longer.

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