Holly has also been displayed in windowsills or even hung from doorways (plus mistletoe is technically a relative of holly).Learning the special symbolism of flowers became a popular pastime during the 1800s.
Holly performs well out of water and works beautifully as table, buffet, and napkin accents or additional texture and color in an evergreen table runner. Or, add holly to holiday wreaths as seen in our Elegant Evergreen Wreath to adorn your front door. Include holly in centerpieces with candles, like in our Traditional Centerpiece design. Add boughs of holly to mantles for a bright, natural look to your decor. The bright green and red coloring of the leaves and berries create a natural Christmas coloring, while the fresh evergreen quality of the plant itself is the perfect winter decor. Holly makes an excellent addition to any holiday decor.
Due to these variations on the symbolism of holly over centuries, this plant has remained an important decorative element for centuries in winter months. The red berries symbolize his blood spilt in sacrifice for his followers and the evergreen nature of the plant to be a metaphor for eternal life after death.
Today, Christian tradition promotes the idea that holly represents the crown of thorns worn by Christ at his death. Even ancient Chinese legend used holly branches, leaves, and berries to decorate their temples and great halls for the winter New Year’s celebrations. The ancient Druids believed holly branches protected them from harm and would decorate their homes with boughs of holly. In ancient Rome, holly was considered good luck and was given to newlyweds as wedding gifts. The unusual holly tree has held symbolic meaning to many cultures throughout history. Holly Wreath on Old Door What Does Holly Symbolize? While the berries are toxic to humans and most pets, the leaves have historically been used for medicinal purposes. The female varieties of this plant produce the bright red berries we love to see during the holidays. The leafy evergreens provide camouflage and the sharp edges offer protection for birds that nest in the winter months. Coupled with serrated edges, these plants make a perfect nesting spot for winter birds. Its deep green leaves are thick and leathery with a waxy finish that creates a unique sheen.
Holly is a shrub-like plant that, depending on the variety, can grow into a tree measuring 10-15 feet in height. See why we love holly so much in the descriptions we offer here. Besides the great color and shape, holly brings along plenty of rich symbolism with it, no matter what culture it represents. The floral experts at Blossom Flower Shops love including holly in many of our holiday plants and floral designs. From excellent home decorations to long-standing traditions and symbolism, there’s much to be appreciated in the holly plant. The holly plant, the official December birth “flower,” is a great example of the evergreen foliage we’re so fond of during this time of year. The beauty of evergreen plants is never more evident than during the winter holiday season. Uncategorized Include the Great Tradition of Holly in Your Holiday Decor Posted by Kevin Kegan on December 3, 2019
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