Pike Nurseries offers fresh and fragrant décor for the holidays

Atlanta GA

07 December, 2021

1:32 PM

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As the merriest time of the year approaches, the experts at Pike Nurseries are offering tips on how to bring the recognizable scents of the holidays into the home! Beyond the beloved Christmas tree, the center of many holiday traditions, fresh greenery and plants from garland to poinsettias can fill every home with festive fragrance and good cheer this season. Holly-jolly decorators can depend on the experts at Pike Nurseries to help them select the perfect fresh décor and provide tips to keep them fresh into the New Year.  Garland Decking the halls with garland is a fresh and fragrant way to spruce up any space. To ensure supple branches throughout the season, the experts recommend these tips: ·      Submerging greenery in a bathtub, sink, or tub of water overnight will help maintain moisture. ·         Then, spraying the greenery with an all-natural sealant like Bonide Wilt Stop will help lock in the moisture to keep garland fresh for as long as possible. ·         When possible, the pros recommend keeping fresh greenery away from direct heat sources or out of direct sun which can dry garland more quickly. ·         Fresh garland can also be spritzed every two to three days with water to help hold its lush green color.    Whether draped along a mantel, swagged along a stair railing, or wrapped around porch columns, the variety of garland offered at Pike Nurseries can make all indoor and outdoor spaces more festive. Pike Nurseries’ selection of fresh, fragrant garland includes Cedar, with a medium green color and flat leaf that drapes beautifully; Mixed Cedar with the addition of berried juniper for more texture and bulk; Noble garland to match the look of the Christmas tree; and White Pine, a thin and pliable roping perfect for easily wrapping posts, fence lines and more. When determining how much garland to get, Pike’s experts recommend measuring the length of the space and multiplying by 1.5 so decorators will have enough garland to drape or swag.   Wreaths Donning fresh wreaths on front doors or windows is another cheery way to decorate for the holidays. The Pike experts say caring for fresh wreaths the same as fresh garland; use the soak and spray tips outlined above. When choosing a wreath, measure the size of your space and subtract one foot to find the ideal wreath size.Whether decorators are looking to create small vignettes or adorn extra-large spaces, Pike Nurseries has fresh wreaths ranging from 20 to 48 inches as well as other fresh green décor including mailbox wreaths and Yule logs. Pre-decorated wreaths sporting a variety of berries, bows and more make decking the halls easy. Or, families can choose simple Noble Fir wreaths and add their own personal touches with ornaments, cuttings from their garden, and a bow.   Poinsettias & More Poinsettias, the most recognized Christmas flower, come in a variety of colors to bring extra pizzazz to holiday spaces. Caring for these plants is easy, just focus on two main factors: temperature and water. Poinsettias are tropical and prefer consistent indoor temperatures of 60-75 degrees; keep them away from drafty doors, cold windowpanes, fireplaces, and air vents. Poinsettias only need water when the soil becomes dry to the touch; they do not like “wet feet” so be sure to drain away excess water from saucers, decorative pots or foil wraps so roots don’t sit in water. Pike Nurseries carries more than 20 varieties of these low-maintenance, festive plants, including:   ·         Traditional Red: A classic and the most popular choice for the holidays with vibrant red hues that pop against the lush green of a Christmas tree and garland. ·         Red Glitter: This variety creates a fun, energetic display with dark red bracts speckled with creamy white dots as if caught in a snowstorm. ·         Marble: Ivory bracts with pale pink centers look as if they were painted with watercolors. This soothing variety complements muted tones and golds. ·         Princettia Dark Pink and Soft Pink: Offering a more feminine look, these varieties have smaller bracts in true pink colors on a compact form ideal for smaller spaces. Great companions to nontraditional holiday décor.     For a festive pop to holiday tablescapes and indoor gardens, the garden pros suggest adding scented paperwhites and white, pink or red amaryllis blooms. Fragrant rosemary topiaries can be decorated to look like miniature Christmas trees and displayed indoors or outside, plus they’re handy for flavoring holiday recipes. And Christmas cacti are popular winter houseplants with their pretty red, pink, or white blooms. All these plants brighten homes throughout the season and make for great gifts for any plant lover on Santa’s list. Visit Pike Nurseries on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.