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    Can I dry elderberry flowers for potpourri?
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    Absolutely! Though you should do it in a dark place, and regularly monitor it for mold until it's fully dry.
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    What can I use for strengthening the scent or for a strong smell?
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    If you slightly mild the Potpourri it will release a more intensive aroma because the aetheric oils will start to evaporate.
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    If the smell is too strong, how do I weaken it?
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    You can place it in some sort of diffuser, like a paper towel, cloth, or plastic wrap with holes in it.
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    How do I make the potpourri stronger? Do I add more essential oil drops, more fixative or more orris root?
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    Add more essential oils. The orris root makes it last longer but does not make it become stronger. The fixative is referring to the orris root.
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    Where can I buy orris root and essential oils?
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    You can buy orris root powder at the supermarket, craft store or health store. You can buy essential oils at a health store or fragrance shop.
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