However, rose petals that are to be used in recipes or to be dried require a bit of planning. The perfect time to collect rose petals is mid-morning, on a dry day when the dew has evaporated and there's been no rain for at least the past two days. read more
To dry the rose petals, simply spread newspaper on a flat surface, distribute the petals across the paper and let them air dry. They should be ready in a few days. You can also let them air dry in a dehydrator, or turn it on and use the lowest setting (95°F). read more
To make this, you’ll need: 1 cup Epsom salt, several drops of rose or geranium (rose) essential oil, a handful of dried rose petals and (optional) 1/4 cup sea salt. Combine the Epsom salt with sea salt, if using. read more