Festive Blooms
White and red flowers are the epitome of Christmas décor. To create a festive garden, consider planting:
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White-flowered Gardenia: A fragrant, shade-loving shrub with glossy evergreen foliage.
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White flowering Agapanthus, Erijon Karinskianthus, Begonias, Cosmos, Cyclamen, and New Guinea Impatiens: Perfect for adding a snowy touch to your garden.
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Poinsettia (Euphorbia Pulcherrima): Known for its vibrant red bracts, this plant truly says “Christmas.”
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Amaryllis (Hippeastrum): With its striking trumpet-shaped flowers, it’s a showstopper.
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Red Cyclamen: Pair it with white varieties for an eye-catching border edge or use them in containers.
For an additional festive touch, include Ilex Aquifolium (Holly) as a container-grown half-standard small tree. Its silver-edged leaves and orange/red berries paired with trailing ivy create a stunning display.
Creative Displays
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Group winter florals in containers on the patio and add fairy lights for a cozy atmosphere.
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Hang bunches of holly and ivy from walls or fences to create a natural festive charm.
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Decorate containers with white and red ribbons, and place scented candles on tables for a warm, inviting ambiance.
Outdoor Christmas Tree
Transform a dwarf conifer in a container into a festive Christmas tree by wrapping the pot in hessian, tying it with red ribbon, and adding a few lights to the branches.
Sparkling Lights
Add sparkle with atmospheric lighting to transform your garden into a magical wonderland:
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Wrap fairy lights around tree trunks and drape them over branches.
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Hang lights from pergolas and string them along fences.
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Use uplighters to highlight feature trees, shrubs, or flower beds.
Finishing Touches
Welcome visitors with a seasonal wreath on your front door and enjoy the beautifully decorated, festive garden.
Now, all that’s left is to relax and savor the holiday magic. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
Year-Round Appeal with Hardy Favorites
For a year-round attractive shrub, the Escallonia tops the bill. It has small, evergreen, aromatic glossy leaves and dainty clusters of flowers from crimson and pink to white, flowering from Spring to Autumn.
Callistemon (Bottle Brush) remains a firm favourite with its distinctive blooms of bright red, thriving in full sun.
