The most beautiful plants to give as Christmas gifts

From poinsettias to mistletoe, from orchids to classic holly. All plants that, if cared for properly, can last a very long time.

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Christmas Star

From great classics such as the Christmas Star and mistletoe to evergreens such as the orchid which, at any time of year, is always welcome. Beautiful plants that smell of celebration, bring joy, and often conceal very interesting symbolic meanings. Just think of mistletoe, a well-known good luck charm, or hellebore, associated with rebirth. Here are the The most beautiful plants to give as Christmas gifts and some tips to make them last a long time.

CHRISTMAS STAR

It's the symbol of Christmas and it immediately makes you celebrate. We're talking about the famous Christmas Star, a plant native to Mexico with a distinctive red color. There are actually varieties in other colors, but this one is undoubtedly the most Christmassy.

This is a rather delicate plant that requires a warm, bright environment to last. Avoid placing it above a radiator or stove.

 

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MISTLETOE

Another Christmas plant par excellence is the mistletoe, an evergreen with characteristic yellowish-white berries. It belongs to the Santalaceae family and has always been considered a symbol of good luck and love. It's no coincidence that people kiss under the mistletoe! It goes without saying that giving it as a Christmas gift is a great idea.

HELLEBORE

Is called Hellebore but it is also known as Christmas Rose, a unusual flower Decidedly elegant. Symbolically, it's associated with rebirth and purity, making it an ideal gift for someone about to begin a new phase in their life.

As for care, it is a plant very resistant to low temperatures and blooms in winter, between December and January.

CLASSIC HOLLY

It is a particularly hardy plant, associated with the Christmas period both for its characteristic prickly leaves and for its red berries.

It belongs to the Aquifoliaceae genus and grows wild outdoors but can also be grown indoors. It doesn't require much care, just a little watering weekly.

 

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CYCLAMEN

Her flowers They have bright and beautiful colors—white, pink, red, and purple—and the plant isn't too delicate. The important thing is to leave it outdoors, even if grown in a pot.

In ancient times the cyclamen It was considered a flower that warded off bad luck and continues to be particularly appreciated today for its unmistakable aesthetic. It's also an ideal Christmas gift.

 

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ORCHID

Another plant often given as a gift during the holidays, including Christmas, is the orchid. Its elegant appearance appeals to many people. Furthermore, it doesn't require much maintenance. Its symbolic meaning is associated with love and dedication. Who would you give one to?

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