Flowers for Christmas: Our 6 Favorite Varieties
When we think of the holiday season, we think of turkey with chestnuts, chocolates, and other little gifts left under the tree… But let’s not forget that Christmas is also the perfect opportunity to brighten up our homes withflowers andto give floral arrangements straight from the imagination of passionate artisan florists!
Ho, Ho, Ho… Santa Sessile has selected six varieties of flowers for you to make your holiday season naturally blooming!
1. The Amaryllis
If there’s one flower that symbolizes the Christmas season, it’s undoubtedly the amaryllis… With its large, trumpet-shaped blooms, it captivates admirers with its inimitable charm. Whether red, white, or pink, it naturally fits right into the warm, magical atmosphere of the holidays. Beyond its obvious beauty, we love the Amaryllis for its longevity and ease of care. If cared for properly, it can bloom for several weeks, making it an ideal decorative choice for the holidays.
2. The Anemone
With its petals delicately tinged with vibrant colors and its dark center,the anemone adds a touch of lightness and poetry to your floral arrangements. This flower, with its understated elegance, is the perfect choice for arrangements that exude femininity. So take advantage of its winter bloom to make the anemone the charming centerpiece of your holiday decor!
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3. The Wallflower
An exceptionally delicate and feminine flower, the lovely wallflower adds charm and cheer to any Christmas bouquet. Because it brings volume and texture to holiday arrangements, your artisan florist can pair it with smaller flowers, such as ranunculus or anemones, to create a generous and decidedly festive floral arrangement.
4. The Mimosa
Feeling a bit low on vitamin D as winter sets in? Soak up some sunshine with mimosa, that iconic flower of the South of France that gently evokes sun-drenched landscapes… With its bright yellow pompons and delicate fragrance, mimosa adds a welcome touch of warmth to your holiday decor in the middle of winter, creating a charming and elegant contrast to the season’s usual colors. Giving a sprig of mimosa for Christmas is like offering a promise of lightness and renewal!
5. The Buttercup
A quintessential winter flower, the buttercup is recognizable by its many layers of delicate petals, which one might naively mistake for papier-mâché. Its romantic and delicate appearance makes it the perfect flower for an elegant, organic Christmas table. Paired with fir branches or winter berries, the ranunculus creates subtle contrasts that add charm andoriginality to your Christmas decor!
6. The Tulip
Although tulips are naturally associated with spring, they are actually a great choice for Christmas celebrations! Their simple, clean lines fit perfectly into a minimalist, contemporary decor. With its wide range of colors, the tulip lets you create custom arrangements full of charm and childlike joy. Thanks to its long blooming season, the tulip provides floral decoration throughout the holiday season.
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Amaryllis, anemones, mimosa, or ranunculus… Winter flower bouquets definitely add a touch of soul to the holiday season! Whether used as floral decorations or to give a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers to our loved ones, flowers bring a sense of nature and poetry to this festive time of year. Now more than ever, trust in the expertise and creativity of your local florist to design vibrant, luminous festive arrangements!
Who are we?
Sessile champions the independence of artisan florists online. Founded in 2019 by six friends, Sessile brings together 500 florists committed to transforming the industry and enables flower delivery throughout France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. By breaking away from the traditional online catalog model, the network highlights each florist’s expertise and helps keep the art of floristry alive. Florists can pursue their passion and create more creative bouquets because they have greater freedom to offer seasonal flowers and, whenever possible, locally sourced flowers.
