WildGreenWreaths Western Red Cedar
ETSY
- The plush cedar branches will bring a natural elegance to your Christmas decor.
The plush cedar branches will bring a natural elegance to your Christmas decor.
- The garland is at a minimum of 18 feet, so you may need to cut it down to size based on your needs.
The garland is at a minimum of 18 feet, so you may need to cut it down to size based on your needs.
If you prefer natural garlands, you'll love the fresh Wild Green Wreaths' Western Red Cedar garland. Cedar, an evergreen tree, is a great option for a Christmas garland. "Your evergreens are going to last the longest during the season and look the best for longer," Hewitt says.
The lush, dark greenery will complement your other festive decorations. However, the garland comes only in two lengths, 18 feet or 24 feet, which may seem daunting if you are hoping to decorate a small space with fresh greenery.
You can cut it into smaller lengths if necessary, but that may not be ideal if you prefer hassle-free decorating. Fortunately, this exceptional length does make it suitable to frame doorways, wind around stairwells, or drape across an outdoor fence.
Product Details: Length: 18 or 24 feet | Lights: Not Included | Location: Indoors or outdoors
Harry and David Rustic Magnolia Garland
HARRY AND DAVID
- The fresh magnolia and seeded eucalyptus make it a fragrant addition to your home.
The fresh magnolia and seeded eucalyptus make it a fragrant addition to your home.
- It won't easily withstand wintry outdoor conditions.
It won't easily withstand wintry outdoor conditions.
Selecting an indoor garland allows you to choose more versatile materials. "Inside, this is where you can experiment with eucalyptus and add more delicate ingredients like berries and orange slices," Hewitt says. Made with fresh magnolia and seeded eucalyptus, this Harry and David Rustic Magnolia Garland offers a versatile color palette and aromatic experience.
The dried quince slices, statice, artemisia, and tallow berries provide eye-catching pops of color. It also adds a rustic touch for those opting for a warm autumn aesthetic versus traditional Christmas decor. However, the eucalyptus and magnolia are not ideal for outdoor chilly or blustery air. Plan to use this garland inside your home, whether on your mantle or a festive table setting.
Product Details: Length: 72 inches | Lights: Not included | Location: Indoors only
Lights.com Winterberry and Greenery Garland with 100 LEDs
LIGHTS.COM
- It includes decorative accents such as winter berries and lights.
It includes decorative accents such as winter berries and lights.
- It comes in only one length.
It comes in only one length.
"Consider decorative indoor garlands with ornaments, pinecones, or berries for a festive touch," Toombs says. This Winterberry and Greenery Garland is one of the best options with those added niceties, so it will stand out amongst other holiday decorations in your home.
In addition, the garland is illuminated by 100 LED fairy lights, giving it a nostalgic ambiance that complements other seasonal decor, like your Christmas tree. The built-in battery box is discreetly hidden inside a burlap bag, so your guests won't notice obvious cords or electrical equipment.
The garland is 72 inches long; however, you'll need to purchase extra if you need an added length since that is the only size available. If you’re considering the garland for the outdoors, it's only ideal for covered outdoor areas, such as a porch with an awning. You'll avoid damaging it by limiting its exposure to damp or chilly winter weather.
Product Details: Length: 72 inches | Lights: 100 LED fairy lights | Location: Indoor or covered outdoors
Grandin Road Directional Garland
GRANDIN ROAD
- Although it's a faux garland, the varying lengths of the stems give it the appearance of lifelike foliage.
Although it's a faux garland, the varying lengths of the stems give it the appearance of lifelike foliage.
- It requires some initial shaping to create that full look.
It requires some initial shaping to create that full look.
Choosing a faux garland doesn't have to mean you are missing out on the lushness of a real one. "Artificial garlands made of PVC [polyvinyl chloride], PE [polyethylene], or a combination of both are ideal and can mimic various types of foliage," Toombs says.
One of the best Christmas garlands that gives you that natural appearance is the Grandin Road Directional Garland. It's well-crafted with 286 tips and asymmetrical pieces of varying lengths, giving it the depth and intricacy of a real garland. In addition, it's made of polyvinyl chloride, which adds to the authenticity of your holiday decoration.
The garland is 6 feet long and can be used indoors and outdoors. However, it may need some arranging and shaping to create your desired fullness.
Product Details: Length: 6 feet | Lights: Sold separately | Location: Indoors or outdoors
Balsam Hill Mixed Evergreen with Pinecones Foliage
BALSAM HILL
- The garland is safe for outdoor use and has UV protection so that the color won't diminish quickly.
The garland is safe for outdoor use and has UV protection so that the color won't diminish quickly.
- You can only purchase one LED light color, so it may not match other outdoor lights.
You can only purchase one LED light color, so it may not match other outdoor lights.
Incorporating a faux garland in your outdoor Christmas decor means you want one that won't fade over time. The Balsam Hill Mixed Evergreen With Pinecones Foliage has UV protection included. Garlands with this protection "can withstand sunlight without fading," Toombs says.
Pinecones are nestled within the garland, giving it extra depth amongst the 170 faux pine and Fraser tips. In addition, it comes with 60 clear LED lights with the 6-foot option. Unfortunately, only one light color choice is available, which may not be compatible with other outdoor Christmas lights.
Product Details: Length: 6 feet | Lights: 60 clear LED lights | Location: Indoors or covered outdoors
Puleo International Flocked Berkshire Spruce Garland
AMAZON
- Create the ambiance of a white Christmas with this flocked spruce garland.
Create the ambiance of a white Christmas with this flocked spruce garland.
- This option doesn’t have as much green showing as other garlands on our list.
This option doesn’t have as much green showing as other garlands on our list.
The Puleo International Flocked Berkshire Spruce Garland is one of the best choices if you want to evoke a sense of snow, even if snow isn’t in the forecast. It's made of polyvinyl chloride, the ideal selection for a faux garland, especially when prioritizing a lifelike appearance.
It's generously sized at 9 feet long, making it a festive choice for your staircase. Toombs recommends bows to "hide the zip ties or twine you’ve used to attach the garland to the banister."
However, the flocking on the garland is significant, giving it a lack of color balance. Depending on how you decorate your home, this may be your preference or a hindrance. While it is suitable for the outdoors, you will need to choose a covered outdoor space to protect it against the elements.
Product Details: Length: 9 feet | Lights: Not included | Location: Indoors or covered outdoors
Sugar Mountain Wreath Christmas Mix Fresh Garland
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- Its mixed greens will provide a dynamic visual appeal and aroma.
Its mixed greens will provide a dynamic visual appeal and aroma.
- It can be costly depending on how much garland you need.
It can be costly depending on how much garland you need.
You'll love the Sugar Mountain Wreath Christmas Mix Fresh Garland to complement your fresh-smelling real Christmas tree. It's made of a blend of boxwood, evergreen, Fraser fir, white pine, and cedar, providing a nature-friendly ambiance to your home.
The garland will only last a few weeks, which is fairly common for fresh options. However, Toombs advises, "If you choose a real garland, spray it down with Wilt-Pruf or a similar product to preserve it for as long as possible."
This particular garland can be expensive, depending on how much you need. For example, a garland at least 50 feet long will cost over $200. But the investment will be worth it if you prefer the natural scent and appearance.
Product Details: Length: 10 feet | Lights: Not included | Location: Indoors only
King Fraser Fir Garland with Warm White LED Lights
KING OF CHRISTMAS
- Only a minimal effort is required to shape the garland upon arrival.
Only a minimal effort is required to shape the garland upon arrival.
- It's for indoor use only.
It's for indoor use only.
The King of Christmas offers one of the best Christmas garlands available. Their King Fraser Fir Garland comes with 70 warm LED lights, saving you time and effort when preparing for the holidays. Plus, since it arrives ready to display right out of the box, you won't need extra time reshaping it.
The garland has over 300 tips made with a polyvinyl chloride and polyethylene blend, giving you the most realistic style. Unfortunately, it is ideal for indoor decorating only, so plan to decorate it above your entryway or along your fireplace.
Product Details: Length: 9 feet | Lights: 70 LED lights | Location: Indoors only
McFadden Farm Garland Fresh Bay Leaf
MACY'S
- As bay leaves dry once the holiday season ends, you can use them in recipes.
As bay leaves dry once the holiday season ends, you can use them in recipes.
- The minimalist design may not align with your style preferences.
The minimalist design may not align with your style preferences.
If you are looking for a distinctive and natural material, one of the best options is McFadden Farm's Fresh Bay Leaf Garland. It's 6 feet long, giving you sufficient length to display on a table or mantel. Like most fresh garlands, it remains fresh for about two weeks. However, one of the best features is that as it starts to dry, you can store the leaves in a jar and use them in future recipes.
Depending on your style preferences, it's one of the more low-key garland choices. It may not be ideal if you prefer a garland with far more festive touches, such as lights or ornaments. However, you can easily incorporate your own if you love this distinctive fresh garland.
Product Details: Length: 6 feet | Lights: Not included | Location: Indoors only
Anderson Mills Lighted Faux Garland
WAYFAIR
- The red holly berries and flocked pine cones make it a classic choice for the holidays.
The red holly berries and flocked pine cones make it a classic choice for the holidays.
- It requires six D batteries to stay lit.
It requires six D batteries to stay lit.
If you decorate with traditional reds and greens, you'll love the impressive Anderson Mill's Lighted Faux Garland. At 9 feet long, the red holly berries and flocked pine cones rest along deep green artificial pine needles.
The stems of this garland are bendable, which is ideal depending on where you are placing it. “The malleability is key when decorating a mantle around a TV or other decor items where you want the garland to weave through the space," Toombs says.
There is an array of 50 LED lights that require six D batteries, so you'll want to purchase extra batteries. Fortunately, it has a built-in timer, which will help preserve the battery life.
Product Details: Length: 9 feet | Lights: 50 LED lights | Location: Indoors or covered outdoors
Pottery Barn Fresh Olive Leaf and Myrtle Garland
POTTERY BARN
- The garland can last up to a year, even after the olive leaves and myrtle have dried.
The garland can last up to a year, even after the olive leaves and myrtle have dried.
- It can be challenging to store once dry.
It can be challenging to store once dry.
You may not be thinking of the olive leaf in terms of garlands, but this Pottery Barn Olive Leaf and Myrtle Garland encourages a natural calmness with its soft beige and lush green colors. Made by a California farm, this serene Christmas garland will evoke a sense of peace for every guest who arrives in your home this holiday season.
It's simple in design, so you will need to purchase lights, ornaments, and bows separately. However, one of the more notable benefits is that even after the holiday season is over, the garland can last up to a year. Unfortunately, storing the dried leaves can be challenging because they may break or shed if moved.
Product Details: Length: 6 feet | Lights: Not included | Location: Indoors or covered Outdoors
Bloom Room Christmas Blue Bauble and Silver Bow Garland
JOANN
- It creates a winter ambiance with blue and silver colors.
It creates a winter ambiance with blue and silver colors.
- The ornaments may not be ideal for the outdoors.
The ornaments may not be ideal for the outdoors.
If you prefer winter blue for your decoration theme this holiday season, you'll love Bloom Room's Christmas Blue Bauble and Silver Bow Garland. The ornaments are various shades of blue, making them complementary to a white Christmas or a winter decor theme. The flocking on the faux pine needles and pine cones harmonize with the silver bows tied prominently throughout the garland.
Although this garland would look eye-catching over your front door, the ornaments may not withstand harsh weather. You can preserve your garland the longest by decorating it indoors, along your fireplace or table.
Product Details: Length: 6 feet | Lights: Not included | Location: Not listed
Three Posts Crestwood Lighted Faux Spruce Garland
WAYFAIR
- The pine cones and red berries will go well alongside various seasonal embellishments.
The pine cones and red berries will go well alongside various seasonal embellishments.
- It’s not as full as other options on our list.
It’s not as full as other options on our list.
The Three Posts Crestwood Lighted Faux Spruce Garland is a stand-out option for those looking for a garland that captures the essence of nature and Christmas. The 9-foot garland is adorned with small pines and brownish-red berries, which will go well alongside decor such as nutcrackers or a Christmas tree.
The garland may not appear as full as other choices, so you may not appreciate its presentation outside your home. However, it does come with 50 LED lights to enhance the appearance. Plus, the thin quality gives you plenty of opportunity to add ornaments and provides the flexibility to weave around dishes on your holiday table.
Product Details: Length: 9 feet | Lights: 50 LED lights | Location: Indoors or outdoors