Cutting hydrangeas too early for drying can prevent them from retaining their color and shape. Hydrangeas need to be mature and slightly papery before cutting to ensure they dry well and last longer. When cut too early, the petals are still full of moisture, making them prone to wilting or browning during the drying process. Waiting until the blooms have naturally aged on the plant helps them hold their form better and dry more evenly, resulting in a longer-lasting, more vibrant dried flower arr