The red fruits and leaves of a Schefflera
(Picture: Alamy Stock Photo)The Victorians were on to something when they popularised bringing plant material such as holly, ivy and pine into their homes to cheer up midwinter celebrations. Nothing says the festive season is here quite like the smell of a freshly unwrapped Christmas tree as the branches spring out and shower needles over the floor.
However, Christmas trees aren’t for everyone and their sustainability is a hotly debated subject. If you’ve ruled out a real tree this year, for space, environmental or financial reasons, you can still use plants to get in the festive spirit.
