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Everything’s getting colder, so now it’s time to think greener! No, we’re not talking about that kind of green. We’re talking about holiday plants!
A few well-chosen holiday plants can transform a living room into a warm refuge, a bedside corner into a restful nook, or a kitchen table into a festive focal point. Oooh. Festive vibes. During the holiday season, plants also serve as natural accents for table settings, mantel displays, and festive gifting.
Choosing the best plants for winter means you get both immediate impact and loyal potted friends. Below, we have a list of winter-friendly indoor plants. Think plants that deliver warmth and seasonal spirit without demanding expert-level care.
Best Plants for Winter
Poinsettia
The poinsettia is synonymous with the season for a reason. Those jewel-tone bracts read like built-in decorations that require minimal styling. Modern varieties are available in red, white, and blush tones, so you can match them to any palette. A cluster of poinsettias creates a bold focal point on a console or mantel, while a single, well-potted specimen makes an elegant dining centerpiece.
Amaryllis
If you want guaranteed drama, bring in amaryllis. One bulb produces tall stalks topped with cathedral‑sized trumpets that demand attention. The blooms unfurl like stage curtains, and their scale makes them excellent for a minimal, high-impact display on a sideboard or kitchen island. Because the flowers are architectural, amaryllis pairs beautifully with simple vessels and restrained styling, letting color and form take center stage.
Picea Glauca December
This compact white spruce brings the unmistakable silhouette and needle texture of a traditional tree in a tidy, apartment-friendly size. The cool, blue‑green needles read fresh and wintry without demanding a full tree footprint.Use a simple wooden crate or a woven basket for base styling to keep the focus on natural texture. Cluster two or three potted specimens at different heights to create a small indoor grove effect.
Helleborus Christmas Carol
This winter‑flowering hellebore offers softly nodding blooms in pale tones that feel grown up and poetic. It is a refined alternative to flashier seasonal plants, perfect for understated displays. Use clusters of stems in shallow ceramic bowls or low-footed vases for table settings. Pair with pewter or burnished brass accents and a scattering of seed pods or dried eucalyptus to reinforce the cultivated, elegant feel.
Christmas Cactus and Holiday Cacti
These cacti deliver blooms that are unexpectedly generous in winter. Their arching, segmented stems produce cups of color that feel intimate and handcrafted. Unlike the more theatrical bulbs, holiday cacti offer a softer, extended bloom that can last through a season of gatherings. They have a serene, old-world charm that works with vintage china and casual, lived-in interiors.
Terrariums
Terrariums give you the lush greens of the outdoors without the winter chill. It makes for a great winter project solo or with your family. Once it’s set up, watch that little ecosystem thrive and breathe life into any space. We do recommend not keeping them close to hot spots. Think radiators or fireplaces. You know the ones.
Nordmann Kerstboom
Okay. A tree still qualifies as a plant - an important one, too! Elegant, refined, and slightly formal, the Nordmann is prized for its plush, glossy needles and clean, symmetrical form. It reads polished and forgiving because its branches hold ornaments well and it sheds very little. A simple tree skirt in natural wool or felt elevates the base, while a single statement topper keeps the composition restrained and sophisticated.
Bonus Recs: ZZ Plant and Snake Plant
It gets darker during the winter, and you want plants that can still thrive during that time. If your home has fewer sunny windows, opt for plants that can stand low-light conditions. The ZZ plant offers glossy, architectural stems that reflect lamplight, while the snake plant provides upright, graphic leaves that read modern and clean. Both are styling workhorses that tuck into hallway corners, beside bookcases, or in small foyers where their silhouettes add calm and order.
Checking the Xmas Plant List Off!
If you want a house that feels alive in winter, invest in a few carefully chosen plants that deliver presence. A single amaryllis in a decorative pot reads celebratory. A mini Norfolk pine makes a charming city city-friendly alternative to a cut tree. A well-potted poinsettia offers guaranteed holiday color.
Presentation is everything. Think simple kraft paper, a handwritten care note, and a tasteful pot that the recipient will want to leave out after the season. If you can’t personally make the trip to send your potted beauties, let Bloombox Club do the work for you.
