Dried Flower Shrinkage Calculator
Estimate dried flower dimensions, color retention, and drying time by species and drying method.
Inputs
Results
Dried Stem Length
10.6 in
Dried Bloom Diameter
2.3 in
Length Shrinkage
12%
Diameter Shrinkage
25%
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Artisan by Irora Labs
March 23, 2026
Inputs
| Flower Type | rose |
| Drying Method | air_hang |
| Fresh Stem Length | 12 in |
| Fresh Bloom Diameter | 3 in |
| Number of Stems | 12 |
Results
| Dried Stem Length | 10.6 in |
| Dried Bloom Diameter | 2.3 in |
| Length Shrinkage | 12% |
| Diameter Shrinkage | 25% |
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Estimates shrinkage percentage from species and drying method. Silica gel minimizes shrinkage (10-15%), air hanging causes most (20-35%).
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