After previously taking a look at flowers best suited for Thanksgiving holiday celebrations, now’s the time for Christmas festivities. The most common answer for a flower best suited for Christmas and winter is the poinsettia, which is a reliable mainstay of the season. However, it’s good to have additional options for a variety of decorations. So, here’s a look at some great choices for Christmas flowers and floral arrangements that consumers and customers could be on the lookout for.
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The Colors and Meanings of Christmas
According to Why Christmas, the main colors of Christmas are:
Additional complimentary colors for Christmas include:
Furthermore, with plants often having symbolic meanings tied to them, ones that align with Christmas and winter to look out for include:
- Compassion
- Giving
- Gratitude
- Humility
- Love
- Peace
- Selflessness
With that in mind, the following selections are good options for Christmas and winter holiday flowers.
Christmas and Winter Season Flower Options
Amaryllis
Representing love and beauty, Amaryllis are popular Christmas gifts and holiday decorations that come in almost any color, including red, white, yellow, orange, purple, pink, and more!
Christmas Rose
Hellebore niger, more commonly known as the Christmas Rose or Black Hellebore, is a winter-blooming evergreen perennial that is often tied to the meaning of hope and peace. The ‘black’ in its name refers to its roots, while its petals are white.
Gardenia
With glossy, almost plastic-like leaves, and white or yellow blooms, the appearance of gardenia fit right in at Christmas, along with its symbolism of elegance and purity. However, they are high-maintenance, which can be an issue for customers who plan to keep them alive until the spring.
Lavender
With a strong fragrance and silvery purple appearance, lavender is a perfect complement to too many red, white, and green plants and flowers that can oversaturate the season, whether as a mix in bouquets or on their own.
Mistletoe
A flowering plant that’s technically a parasite, mistletoe is an expected decoration for many Christmas holiday events, and its berries come in red, white, or pink, depending on the species.
Moth Orchids
Phalaenopsis, more commonly known as moth orchids, are a long-lasting flower with a delicate and graceful appearance. Meanwhile, orchids themselves symbolize prosperity and health as a good omen for the season.
Paperwhite
Narcissus papyraceus, better known as paperwhite, are low-maintenance flowering bulbs with a striking snow-white color that symbolize new beginnings and faith.
Poinsettia
Likely the flower that is most synonymous with the season. Red poinsettias are an iconic selection for the fall and winter holiday seasons, but they especially peak in popularity during Christmas time. However, poinsettias are also available in complementary colors for the season, including white and various shades of pink.
Roses
A bouquet of red or white roses, or a balanced mix, is a Christmas staple for the season.
Widow’s Thrill
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, known as Widow’s Thrill or the Christmas kalanchoe, is a bright and easily manageable succulent that comes in a variety of warm colors, including reds, oranges, yellows, pinks, and white. Its hardiness during the season has given it the meaning of endurance and resilience.
Wintergreen
A groundcover shrub that can appear similar to mistletoe, the aesthetic of wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) is perfectly matched to the holiday season with glossy green leaves and red berries. As for meaning, wintergreen conveys health, renewal, and vitality.
