Decorating for the Holidays with Greenery That Doesn't Drop
There is a specific disappointment to holiday decorating. You hang the wreath the first week of December, and by the time anyone comes over, the needles are on the floor.
Preserved greenery solves that. It is real — real pine, real foliage, hand-picked and preserved rather than dried — but it holds its needles, its shape and its color for a year. You take it out of the box, hang it, and put it away in January for next time.
How long does a preserved wreath last?
A year on display, and longer when stored between seasons. Preservation replaces the sap in real foliage with a plant-based solution, so the greenery stays supple instead of drying out. It needs no water and drops no needles.
For the front door
The Déco d'Or Grand Wreath is the largest piece we make for a door, finished in Eternity® Champagne. It reads from the street, which is the only real test of a front-door wreath.
The Moderne Eternity® Wreath is the quieter one — preserved pine, no ornament, no ribbon. It suits a door that is already doing something, or a house where the decorating is deliberately restrained.
Both are limited quantity this year.
For the mantel and the bannister
The Déco d'Or Garland runs along a mantel, a bannister or the centre of a long table. Because it is preserved, you can lay it near candles and leave it there for the season without watching it brown at the edges.
For the table, the entry, the guest room
The Déco d'Or Tabletop Tree is for the rooms a full tree will never reach. It sits on a console or a side table and comes back out every year.
The part people actually remember
Scent does more decorating than most objects. The Bois d'Hiver candle is our winter fragrance, returning this year in a porcelain vessel that stays on the table long after the wax is gone.
Can you reuse preserved holiday decor?
Yes. Store the wreath, garland or tree flat in its original box, away from direct sunlight and damp. Preserved greenery is not fragile the way dried foliage is, but it holds its shape best when it is not compressed.
Frequently asked questions
Is preserved greenery real?
Yes. It is real foliage, hand-picked and preserved so it keeps its color and stays supple. It is not dried, and it is not artificial.
Can a preserved wreath hang outdoors?
Under a covered porch or an overhang, yes. Direct rain, snow and sustained sunlight will shorten its life, so a sheltered door is best.
Does it shed?
No. Preserved pine holds its needles, which is the main reason people switch to it.
How do I clean it?
If dust collects over time, remove it gently. No water, no spray and no polish.
When do I need to order by for Christmas delivery?
December 17 at 6PM EST for standard shipping, and December 20 at 6PM EST for express.