Deck the halls this Christmas with fresh greenery.
The right seasonal foliage sets the tone for your celebrations.
Eucalyptus
Silver dollareucalyptus is a fragrant choicethat looks more modern than fir or cedar.
Credit: Photography: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Matthew Gleason
Eucalyptus is best for flower arrangements because it has a long life when kept in a vase of water.
It works well in wreaths too.
Cedar
The natural oils and striking edges help give cedar branches staying power.
Cedar looks great just about anywhere you decide to put it.
Plus, its dramatic draping effect is stunning, and it smells lovely.
Punctuating this look are sprigs of cedar placed in hurricane vases with ornaments and candles.
Credit: Photography: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Matthew Gleason
Boxwood
Forest green leaves and a compact form make it a favorite.
Boxwood can easily last throughout the season.
Use boxwood when framing staircases, entries, and more.
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It always brings elegance to a room.
Juniper
Get fragrance, beautiful blueberries, and hardy greenery all in one.
Juniper looks wonderful both inside and outside.
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This staircase juniper garland, draped beautifully, gets studded with baubles and ribbons in similar tones.
Olive Branch
Try olive branch for the pretty curled look that its leaves develop as it dries.
The curling foliage will create a loose, interesting effect.
Credit: Photography: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Matthew Gleason
The olive branches shown here pop against this creamy, stuccoed fireplace giving a modern, Mediterranean feel.
Keep in mind that olive branches will dry out more quickly than other evergreens.
Mist greenery every one to two days to lengthen its lifespan.
Credit: Photography: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Page Mullins
Noble Fir
The boughs of this evergreen deliver beautiful detail anywhere you use them.
Use noble fir for table arrangements, mailbox decor, and swags for sconces and front doors.
It’s gorgeous and versatile.
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Pine looks gorgeous in table arrangements, for framing staircases and entries or used in wreaths.
Guests can see each other and talk easily over this garland centerpiece.
Magnolia
Magnolia’s alternating brown and green leaves bring an earthy, natural palette to holiday decorating.
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Its uses are practically endless.
Magnolia also lends an iconic Southern touch to holiday decor.
Mistletoe
Known for its kissing power, mistletoe is a wonderful addition to your home’s decor.
Hang mistletoe in your entryway, and around your home.
But don’t go overboard with this oneone or two will do (you’ll thank us later.)
