Holiday Flowers….
Why Flowers Matter So Much During the Holidays
Flowers & Festive Feelings
During December's cold, dark days, flowers and greenery serve a purpose that goes beyond aesthetics. They soften the edges of winter, bringing color and life into spaces where we gather with the people we love. A centerpiece of white amaryllis and pine becomes the focal point of family dinners. A simple arrangement of roses and winterberries can honor memories while celebrating the present. Even a handful of eucalyptus and cedar can transform a mantel into something magical.
Flowers have this quiet power to mark moments as meaningful. They signal celebration. They offer comfort. They say "you're welcome here" and "this matters" without uttering a word. Whether it's your first Christmas in a new home, a gathering of old friends, or a quiet evening with those closest to you, flowers add a layer of intentionality and warmth that makes everything feel more special.
As the year winds down and we turn inward, surrounding ourselves with natural beauty reminds us that even in the dormant season, there's still growth, still color, still life waiting to bloom.
Keeping Your Holiday Arrangements Fresh
Want your festive flowers to last through all your celebrations? Here are my tried-and-true tips:
Water is life: Check water levels daily. Holiday arrangements drink more than you'd think, especially in heated homes. Top up with fresh, cool water every morning.
Location matters: Keep arrangements away from heating vents, fireplaces, and direct sunlight. A cool spot will add days to their life—think hallway tables, north-facing windowsills, or dining rooms you don't use constantly.
Snip and refresh: Every few days, remove any wilting blooms or browning leaves. Give stems a fresh diagonal cut and change the water completely. This simple reset can revive an entirearrangement.
Feed them well: Use the flower food that comes with your arrangement, or make your own with a drop of bleach (to prevent bacteria) and a teaspoon of sugar (for nourishment) in a quart of water.
Give greenery extra love: Pine, cedar, and eucalyptus can dry out quickly indoors. Mist them lightly every couple of days to keep them fragrant and supple.
With just a little care, your Christmas flowers can stay beautiful from the first week of December straight through to New Year's Day—filling your home with color, scent, and life throughout the entire season.