Top 10 Christmas decorative plants – Top 10 cây cảnh trang trí Noel

There are several flowers, bushes, and trees that make for the perfect Christmas plants. There are plenty of vibrant plants to choose from, from fiery poinsettias to the iconic Rosemary and Anthurium plants that provide a nod to the classic Christmas palette.

1. Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima)

Subtropical plants native to Mexico, poinsettias have evolved into a symbol of Christmas because of their festive red and green colors. Also, the shape of the poinsettia flower is said to symbolize the star of Bethlehem.

Be sure not to overwater poinsettias, as they are susceptible to root rot. Water when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, and make sure the container has adequate drainage. Also, poinsettias need lots of bright, filtered sunlight so they don’t grow leggy.

 

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade
• Soil Needs: Loamy, well-drained

2. Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus)

Rosemary is a frost-sensitive plant, but it’s become associated with Christmas due to people trimming it into a Christmas tree-shaped topiary. Rosemary Christmas trees look like mini fir trees, thanks to their green-needled foliage. And they smell divine.

Ensure that your rosemary has good drainage, and don’t water until the top few inches of soil have dried out. They like at least six hours of direct sun per day, so you might need to add grow lights indoors if you don’t have a bright enough window.

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Needs: Sandy, loamy, well-drained

3. Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla)

Norfolk Island pine is not a true pine but is a subtropical conifer that prefers a little humidity; it does well as a houseplant as long as its moisture needs are met. It’s sometimes used as an indoor Christmas tree; although it does not look like other conifers, it has more spaced-out billowy branches.

When indoors, it prefers bright light. It tends to lean toward the light, so turn it from time to time so its trunk remains straight. It can’t handle heavy ornaments, so consider that limitation if planning to make it your primary holiday tree.

• Sun Exposure: Full, partial
• Soil Needs: Sandy, acidic

4. Ivy (Hedera helix)

Ivy, with its festive star-like leaves, is another Christmas plant that symbolizes new growth and brings good luck by warding off evil spirits. Ivy is a popular way to decorate Christmas wreaths and keeps green throughout the year.

Ivy has a vigorous growth habit, so much of your care might involve pruning it back to where you want it. You also can provide it with a structure for vertical growth.

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil Needs: Loamy, well-drained

5. Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Many people opt for a Douglas fir to be their Christmas tree. These dark green-needled evergreens can grow several stories high in the wild and bear around 5-inch cones. They have a reasonably tight pyramidal shape, which allows them to tuck nicely into a corner like a Christmas tree. When planting, make sure you allow plenty of space. Also, ensure that the soil remains moist but not soggy.

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained

6. Yuletide Camellia (Camellia Sasanqua ‘Yuletide’)

Camellia is an evergreen shrub with an oval to pyramidal shape that reaches roughly 6 to 10 feet tall and wide. It features dark green foliage and bears flowers in the winter in some climates. The Yuletide variety in particular has bright red blooms that look especially festive for the Christmas season.

Plan to fertilize annually in the spring to keep your plant vigorous, and prune as needed after flowering for size and shape.

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Needs: Loamy, moist, well-drained

7. Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis spp.)

Moth orchids are among the most beautiful of flowers, delicate and elegant; they’re popular holiday gifts. Once you learn how to keep them, you’ll have them blooming in the winter and year-round. Their unique roots only need water once a week and can be kept soilless. Don’t let it get cold; make sure it has bright, indirect light, and give it some humidity to see it thrive and live for years.

• Sun Exposure: Partial
• Soil Needs: Coarse tree bark, coarse sphagnum peat, and moss; water culture

8. Juniper (Juniperus occidentalis)

Juniper plants are associated with Christmas thanks to their evergreen needles. They also boast a lovely fragrance. There are wide varieties of juniper that range from low-growing ground covers to shrubs and trees. Some people even use them as Christmas trees.

Care is minimal for juniper. Young plants require evenly moist but not soggy soil, and they might need staking until they’re established to ensure they grow upright. But mature plants mostly care for themselves.

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Needs: Loamy, sandy, well-drained

9. Azaleas

While you may associate azaleas with spring and summer, they do relatively well through the winter. There is even an aptly named type called the Christmas Cheer azalea that produces stunning pink and red blooms and has green leaves, perfectly embodying the traditional Christmas color palette.

Azaleas have plenty of growth potential (some can grow up to 20 feet tall), making them a more permanent festive fixture. While not many bloom during winter, quite a few varieties have colorful foliage, like the Autumn Amethyst and Autumn Fire.

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (or partial in hot climates)
• Soil Needs: Well-drained, acidic soil

10. Anthurium

With its impossible-to-miss shiny red spathe and bright green leaves, the anthurium is another ideal Christmas plant option. Perfectly pottable for houseplant fans, this gift can last for up to five years (and longer with propagation). It likes bright light, especially in the winter and offers a splash of color during the most dreary months.

• Sun Exposure: Bright, indirect light
• Soil Needs: Moist but not soaking wet