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Deck the Halls, Porch, and Planters: How to Create Holiday Containers That Last All Winter

Posted on by Bruce Martin
07
Nov

There’s nothing like festive winter containers to keep your home feeling cheerful long after the holidays. Whether you’re decorating your front porch, patio, or entryway, winter planters filled with evergreens, berries, and natural accents add lasting beauty through the cold months. With a few simple design tricks and the right materials, you can create stunning arrangements that stay fresh all season.

Step 1: Choose the Right Container

Start with a sturdy, weather-resistant pot that can handle freezing temperatures. Ceramic, fiberglass, or resin containers work best. Make sure it has drainage holes — even in winter, excess moisture can cause roots and stems to rot. If you’re reusing your summer pots, remove any old plants and fill the container with fresh potting mix such as Bumper Crop Potting Soil to help anchor your evergreens and keep them hydrated.

Step 2: Build a Fresh Evergreen Base

A lush mix of evergreens gives your container life and texture. Use at least three different varieties for contrast. Try combining:

  • Fraser fir or balsam fir for fullness and fragrance

  • Boxwood or holly for structure and rich green color

  • Cedar or pine for long, draping lines

For a sustainable touch, choose fresh-cut winter greens available right here at Bru-Mar Gardens. Trim stems at an angle and insert them firmly into the soil so they’ll stay in place through wind and cold.

Step 3: Add Color and Contrast

Once your greenery is in place, it’s time for accents that bring your design to life. Natural elements like red winterberry branches, pinecones, and twig dogwood create height and visual interest. If you prefer something festive, mix in decorative picks, ribbon, or ornaments that reflect your holiday style. Choose weatherproof accents so they can stay outdoors all season.

Step 4: Secure and Protect Your Arrangement

After arranging, water everything once to help the soil freeze and lock stems in place. On warmer days, mist your greens lightly to prevent drying out. If extreme cold or wind is in the forecast, tuck containers close to your home or under an overhang for extra protection.

Step 5: Keep the Look Fresh

Your container can last well into February with just a little attention. Replace berries or ribbon as they fade, and remove snow gently instead of shaking branches. With durable evergreens and natural structure, your display will carry you through winter with beauty and charm.

Get Started at Bru-Mar Gardens

Find everything you need to create your own long-lasting holiday containers at Bru-Mar Gardens in Annapolis — from pots and planters to fresh-cut evergreens, berries, branches, and Bumper Crop soils.

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Bru-Mar Gardens LLC
1009 Bay Ridge Road, Annapolis, MD 21403
📞 (410) 990-9898
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Bring home the joy of the season — and deck your halls, porch, and planters with natural winter beauty that lasts all season long!