When and how to properly collect and dry linden for tea: harvesting linden blossom for the winter

How to properly collect linden

Linden flowers should be collected away from busy roads and industrial enterprises; it is better to collect them in a park or forest somewhere outside the city. The ideal time for collection is the first half of the day, when the dew has already dried. If it is raining outside, then it is better to postpone the collection of linden to another day when the weather is sunny.

Flowers that are already half bloomed are suitable for harvesting, and the second half of the flowers are in buds. If the flowers begin to fade, then it is too late to collect them. Choose a linden color that is free from pests, diseases, and damage.

How to dry linden correctly

On open air

Spread the linden flowers in an even thin layer on a clean cotton cloth or white paper. Dry in a shaded, well-ventilated place, stirring several times to ensure even drying, for 2-3 days.

In the dryer

To make the drying process faster, you can dry the inflorescences in a dryer. To do this, lay out the flowers in an even thin layer on pallets.If the dryer has a special mode for drying herbs, then select it accordingly. If there is no such mode, then set the temperature to 40-45 degrees and dry the plants for about 7-8 hours.

The video from Useful Tips shows how to dry linden

The finished flowers are brittle to the touch, yellowish in color, and have almost no smell.

How to store linden blossom

Dried inflorescences should be stored in paper bags or bags made of natural fabric in a dark, ventilated place.

Linden retains its beneficial properties for three years.

Now you can easily prepare linden blossom for aromatic, healthy tea. Assembled with your own hands, it will bring more pleasant emotions than purchased.