Christmas flowers
Christmas flowers and decorations are one of the most beautiful parts of Christmas. There is nothing more beautiful than when your house lights up and smells of your favourite Christmas flowers. Advent wreaths, mistletoe and a Christmas tree are other parts of Christmas that create a pleasant Christmas atmosphere.
Amarylis
One of the most beautiful Christmas flowers is the Amaryllis. Blooming with festive bright red flowers that perfectly match the traditional Christmas colours, the white varieties produce snowy white flowers that are perfect for the look of winter snowy gardens. The flowers are very large and tubular so naturally attract attention, bouquets are always a dominant feature on a Christmas table.
The Tako flower may be a Christmas flower but it is actually a tropical plant native to South and Central America, yet it has become a popular Christmas flower that blooms beautifully in any interior. You can buy it as a plant or tied in a bouquet to create a Christmas atmosphere. Amaryllis lasts in bouquets for more than 7 days, Amaryllis symbolizes strength, confidence and success.
Poinsettia
There is no more popular Christmas plant than the poinsettia, it is one of the most popular Christmas houseplants in the country. at Christmas and with its beautiful mix of red and green festive foliage it is easy to see why. Several million of them are sold every year. By far the most popular are the red varieties, but other colours are also grown, including white and pink.
Poinsettias are native to Central America, where they flower in winter. In Mexico, they are part of the Christmas legend. It is said that a poor girl was looking for a gift to give to Santa Claus at Christmas mass but couldn't afford one, so she resorted to bringing a small flower she picked along the road. When she placed the humble bouquet by the manger, it turned into a beautiful red Poinsettia.
Caring for the poinsettia
If you want your poinsettia to look healthy and fresh during the festive season, you need to follow a few simple tips, keep the plant in bright sunlight and protect it from draughts. The soil should be kept moist at all times, but you should not overwater it or leave it in excessive amounts of water. Wait until the top layer of soil is dry to the touch before watering again. With proper care, poinsettia flowers can last for several months. Once the plant has flowered in the spring, you should cut back the stems and trim off the old leaves and flowers.
The poinsettia cactus
The poinsettia cactus is one of the most traditional plants we decorate our homes with at Christmas. It needs no special treatment to bloom in time. It is native to South America, originally from Brazil. The Christmas cactus is definitely an interesting plant, even when it is not in bloom. They have abundant branching flat-articulated stems with toothed edges, at the ends of which, with a little proper care, flower buds appear in late autumn and early winter. If you want your Christmas cactus to flower, place it in a cooler room where the temperature is preferably between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius. If the room temperature exceeds twenty-two degrees, the cactus will grow well but will not bloom.
The Christmas cactus needs more humid air and moderate watering from March to August; from September onwards, reduce watering until buds are set, then return to normal watering.
Azalea
Azaleas are a member of the rhododendron family and are popular houseplants for Christmas, ideal for warding off the winter chill. Their beautiful, full white and red flowers will light up your home with the most popular Christmas colours.
Once the azalea starts to bloom, their flowers last up to 4 to 5 weeks, making them a great decoration throughout the Christmas season. They are best kept in cooler, damp areas and away from heat sources. To water, immerse the pot in room temperature water and then drain. The soil should be kept moist at all times, and watering is usually needed at least two to three times a week.
Azaleas are also rich in symbolic meaning; the flower's meanings include femininity, moderation, gentleness and caring for oneself and others.
Cymbidium orchids
Native to the Himalayan forests, Cymbidium orchids are an unusual and elegant addition to Christmas bouquets. Their season is mainly in winter, so Christmas is a good time to enjoy them. The white varieties are particularly beautiful at Christmas and give bouquets a charming snowy look. Cymbidium cut orchids have the advantage of being very durable - their stems last up to 4 weeks. This makes them an ideal addition to Christmas decorations, as you don't have to worry about them fading before the end of the season.
Red roses
Red roses are not only suitable for romantic occasions - they are also a staple in Christmas bouquets. Their vibrant colour blends perfectly with the traditional colours of the season and gives bouquets an instantly Christmassy look. We especially love them in combination with green hypericum, gold or silver decorations in the bouquet, creating a classic Christmas colour combination. Red roses also work well in centrepieces for the table, where they add vibrant colour to the Christmas table.
