Preserved flower is often used for bouquets,wedding decorations, wreaths, centerpieces, and other arrangements. Its delicate appearance adds softness to wedding decorations and bouquets, while the openness of the stems makes it a good filler for larger arrangements.

Preserved flowers maintains much of the beauty and pliability of fresh flowers but will last considerably longer. Preserving differs from drying in that glycerine is used to retain the beauty and color of the flower.