Can You Preserve a Lei?

You can keep your lei fresh longer by sprinkling a little water in a plastic bag, putting the lei in the bag, filling the bag with air, and putting it in the refrigerator. Once your lei begins to wilt, you can hang it to dry and continue to enjoy its fragrance.

How do you preserve a lei forever?

Leis dry best by hanging up with the flowers upside-down, just like bouquets do. If your home has high humidity, run a dehumidifier or air conditioner in the room while your lei dries. Your lei should be dry in a matter of weeks — sometimes as little as one week.

What can you do with old Leis?

A lei should never be thrown away in the trash as it is considered disrespectful. It is customary to return the lei to the earth. You can either remove the flowers from the string* and scatter them in the ocean, bury them or burn them. Or simply hang the lei on a door or window to dry it out.