The florist is undoubtedly your best ally during the end-of-year celebrations, because one cannot imagine the magic of Christmas no flowers, no tree or even pretty houseplants to enhance your decor.
But not all flowers evoke this special time of the year called Christmas, discover with us the best flowers for Christmas.
amaryllis
© HernanvargaspThe amaryllis is also elevated to the rank of Christmas flower mainly for its very frank red hue reminiscent of Christmas. However, this is not the only reason. We especially like the trumpet-shaped flowers which develop on a long stem and therefore have a spectacular and very decorative side. Its foliage blooms in long, very elegant ribbons. It is undoubtedly the most popular flower at Christmas in its particular red hue. It is grown only in pots, because this tropical plant does not support winter frosts. Amaryllis diffuses a delicate vanilla scent, very much in tune with the winter period. It exists in other colors: pink, yellow and white.
Christmas rose (Helleborus niger)
©PixabayThe Christmas rose is also called hellebore, if it is called so it is because it can bloom even under the snow, at Christmas. It is difficult to keep indoors, as it does not tolerate heat well. Its flowers composed of five pink or white petals are magnificent. It is a hardy, hardy flower that does wonders in the garden, being present when trees are bare and vegetation is dormant. Be careful though, it is a poisonous plant.
Phalaenopsis
©PixabayWhat makes the success of this flower at Christmas is undoubtedly its exotic side. However, it has another advantage: it is possible to make it bloom. It is a very delicate flower that has various shades since it can be white, red, pink, yellow, green, purple… It is very elegant with its fine stem that supports its beautiful flowers. The leaves are oval, elongated, dark green in color and fleshy. It is often nicknamed: butterfly orchid for the shape of its flowers. It blooms for a few months and you will have no trouble getting it to bloom again regularly.
Holly
© Smart gardeningHolly is also a staple of the Christmas season. It is the longevity of this shrub, its shiny green and evergreen foliage that is very attractive. Its small red balls are actually reminiscent of Christmas decorations. Also, in some beliefs, it symbolizes eternity and rebirth. It can be used to make beautiful Christmas wreaths, but also to decorate the table. Its bright red berries evoke the Christmas tradition. You have to be careful with children, because its berries are poisonous, unlike the leaves which have medicinal properties.
Hyacinth
© Fidber CC Par 2.0 – FlickrThe hyacinth is also an essential flower during the holiday season. This bulb is appreciated for its very refined side and its pretty flowers grouped together in the shape of delicate bells. If it is generally chosen in December, it is also because it is its flowering period. It usually blooms until March. It can also decorate your garden, in which case its flowering extends from March to April. Its elongated foliage is attractive. It comes in different shades and gives off a most pleasant fragrance. If its bulb is poisonous, its flowers are edible.
guzmania
© Arab Photo PixabayGuzmania is also one of the popular flowers during the end of the year celebrations. Often red and green, it uses Christmas codes, but it also exists in orange, yellow or green. Its leaves are arranged in a rosette and are dark green. It is an easy to care for houseplant and is part of the bromeliad family. It is not hardy and blooms all year round and often during summer and late winter. We appreciate your exotic side. You have to be careful and water carefully: the heart of the plant, the rosette, must be filled with water and the foliage must be watered regularly. Its name comes from Anastasio Guzmán, an 18th century Spanish naturalist, it was intended to pay homage to him.
The mistletoe
© Her PixabayMistletoe, like holly, is associated with the holiday season and for good reason, as it is customary to wish each other a happy new year by kissing under the mistletoe. It is the symbol of eternity, prosperity and love. It is a sub-shrub that colonizes the trees. It has oblong leaves and yellow flowers that later turn into small poisonous white berries. In Roman times, it was considered sacred, in fact, the Druids in particular attributed magical powers to it. You can cut it in the forest for as long as you want, as it is considered harmful to trees.
the anthurium
© Kincese J.The anthurium adorns your interior by bringing a small note of exoticism. This plant is a model of aesthetics that blooms throughout the year, which is also why it is so popular at Christmas. If you receive for the holidays, do not miss this magnificent flower which symbolizes hospitality, a very beautiful message for your guests. This tropical plant has large, oblong, shiny leaves. Its leaves are long and heart-shaped. It can be red, white, orange, yellow or pink. The center is a yellow spadix, an inflorescence with several small flowers. It is a toxic plant, but it has decontaminating and purifying properties, it has its place in your bathroom for example.
small holly or false holly
© Dominicus Johannes Bergsma, Wikimedia CommonsButcher’s broom or false holly are popular in Greece for interior decoration at Christmas. It is attractive with its evergreen foliage, but also with its pretty bright red berries. It is frequently found today throughout southern Europe. If you want to vary the pleasures, this is an interesting option.
© M. Tindy CC by NdThe Christmas cactus or Schlumbergera in Latin is an ideal plant for the end-of-year celebrations since it flowers from mid-December to the end of January. It is easy to care for and has no difficulty reblooming every year. This cactus can live for dozens of years and give more and more flowers, it is however necessary to take some very simple precautions and to maintain it very regularly. It has several colors like pink, orange or red.
Persian Cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum)
© PinterestThis very decorative plant usually sells well at Christmas. Its flowers are quite spectacular with their five slightly spiraling petals and its dark green foliage is spotted with lighter parts. You will find different varieties, some of which give red, white, purple or pink flowers. Since it flowers all winter, it will certainly make you happy during the Christmas period. You can also make it bloom again from one year to the next.