The magic of holiday decorating comes alive with fresh greenery!
At GARDENWORKS, we're delighted to guide you through the lush possibilities of creating festive wreaths, garlands, and more. Elevate your holiday decor with these ten Evergreens that not only add a touch of nature's charm but also contribute to an earth-friendly and budget-friendly celebration.
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1. Pine
Native to North America, various pine species, including white pines, red pines, and longleaf pines, offer soft needles that are perfect for crafting garlands, wreaths, and even kissing balls. The aromatic scent of pine brings the essence of the holidays into your home.
2. Fir
Firs, often chosen as Christmas trees, provide a fragrant option for holiday decorating. If you have a live Christmas tree, inquire about keeping the lower branches for wreaths and centerpieces. Douglas and Fraser firs, with their enticing fragrance, make for captivating additions to your festive arrangements.
3. Holly
A popular landscaping plant, holly bushes, offer glossy leaves and bright red berries. These vibrant features add texture and interest to wreaths and floral arrangements, making hollies a cherished choice for holiday decor.
4. Cedar and Cypress
While true cedars belong to the Old World, native North American trees like arborvitae fall under the Cypress family. Regardless of the name confusion, both cedar and cypress branches contribute stately elegance to holiday arrangements, emitting a pleasant fragrance that enhances the festive ambiance.
5. Juniper
Native juniper plants, known for their rich and spicy scent, grow in many backyard gardens. Dark blue berries and aromatic branches make juniper ideal for mantelpiece arrangements, kissing balls, garlands, and wreath accents.
6. Hemlock
Easy to find in North American woods, hemlocks feature shorter needles, making them perfect for crafting kissing balls. Their soft needles ensure a comfortable crafting experience, and hemlock cones can be used as holiday accents or hung on Christmas trees.
7. Spruce
Often chosen as Christmas trees, Spruce Trees, including the showy blue spruce, offer sturdy branches for wreath-making. While their needles can be prickly, the array of colours, from bright blue-green to white, black, and red, makes spruce a versatile option for both wreaths and vases.
8. Pinecones
A fun, rustic winter favourite! Pairs perfectly with your festive planters or your woodland decor theme.
This holiday season, let GARDENWORKS be your go-to destination for fresh greenery, turning your home into a festive haven. Whether it's wreaths, garlands, or centerpieces, our selection of vibrant plants will make your holiday celebrations truly magical.
Happy holidays!
