[header] How to preserve dead flowers [title] Trim excess material. [step] Get rid of any extra leaves, branches, or other foliage growing from the stem with your fingers or a pair of scissors. If desired, clip the stem to a shorter length if it is longer than six inches, but leave at least a half-foot of length. 
Place the flower (s) well away from direct sunlight once you do so that they do not lose their color. [substeps] This method works well for any flower that is partially dry and not prone to wilting.