Garden décor tips for the festive season

The festive season is all about celebrating, gathering with loved ones, and creating unforgettable memories. Whether you’re planning a Christmas braai, garden party, poolside celebration, or just want your garden to be the perfect backdrop for holiday photos, adding a festive touch to your outdoor space can help transform it into a magical setting. We’ve put together some ideas to help you get your garden holiday-ready!

Add festive sparkle
Nothing sets the mood quite like twinkling lights! Solar-powered fairy lights are an effortless, energy-efficient way to create a warm and welcoming glow in your outdoor space. Drape them around trees, weave them along fences, or hang them from your patio beams to add a cosy, festive atmosphere to the garden. The best part? These lights can stay up for your New Year’s Eve celebrations too, keeping the festive spirit alive into 2025!

Table décor with a green twist
Hosting Christmas lunch or dinner? Your garden can supply all the materials you need for a stunning festive spread. Head outside and gather fresh greenery, flowers like poinsettias, and even pinecones to create natural, DIY table centrepieces. These thoughtful touches bring the beauty of nature to your tablescape, and you could even get the little ones involved and make gathering the materials into a family activity on Christmas morning. The kids will love seeing their work proudly displayed when everyone sits down for the feast!

Functional and festive
Combine practicality with festive charm by incorporating mosquito-repelling plants like lavender, lemongrass, or rosemary into your festive décor to help keep pesky bugs at bay. Place them in pots around your seating areas or include them in your centrepieces. Large potted plants can also double as outdoor Christmas trees – just decorate them with bows, baubles, or lights to bring your outdoor space to life.

A space for cheer
No festive celebration is complete without a little family fun! After the presents have been unwrapped and the plates cleared, take the festivities onto the lawn with a friendly game of cricket, soccer, or rugby. Add a holiday-inspired twist by marking the playing field with Christmas bunting or stones painted in festive colours like red, green, and gold. It’s the ultimate way to end a day of celebrations!

Your garden is more than just an extension of your home – it’s a stage where treasured memories are made during the festive season! From morning gift exchanges to magical evening gatherings under the stars, taking the time to add in thoughtful décor and a touch of creativity makes your outdoor space the ultimate setting for holiday celebrations.

With the right décor, you’ll not only create a garden that’s beautiful but also one that feels inviting and festive for all your summer holiday moments.

Need any lawn care advice or supplies to get your garden looking its best this festive season? Contact us on office@evangrass.co.za or (031) 785 1388/ 1612.