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If you’ve ever walked into our greenhouse and thought “How do I make my home smell like this?” — this guide is for you. Fresh greenery is one of the easiest and most natural ways to fill your home with long-lasting holiday fragrance, and we have everything you need to do just that.

Here are our favorite ways to style the greens we carry — simple, elegant, and perfect for creating a welcoming, fragrant home.

1. Dress Up Your Entryway

Your entryway sets the tone for every gathering.

Best Greens:

• Wreaths
• Bough bundles
• Swags

How to Use Them:

• Hang a classic wreath on your front door for that nostalgic holiday scent right as guests arrive (bonus: place a wreath on the back of your front door too).
• Layer ribbon or winterberry sprigs for a simple, elevated look.
• Add a cedar or juniper to an indoor entry table, stair rail, or coat hook for subtle fragrance and greenery the moment you walk in.

2. Create a Lush, Fragrant Mantle

The mantle is a natural focal point — and the perfect spot for scent-forward greens.

Best Greens:

• Garland
• Bough bundles
• Wreaths

How to Use Them:

• Drape mixed garland across the mantle and tuck in cedar, boxwood, or eucalyptus for texture and movement.
• Hang a wreath above the fireplace for height and that beloved long-lasting fir aroma.
• Add candlelight — or one of our candle rings (noble fir or pepperberry) — to gently warm the greens and enhance the scent.

3. Style a Talking Point Tablescape

Fresh greens elevate your dining table with minimal effort.

Best Greens:

• Oregonia
• Cedar
• Eucalyptus
• Candle rings
• Tabletop trees

How to Use Them:

• Build a low, lush centerpiece using loose stems of cedar, oregonia, and eucalyptus tucked into a shallow bowl.
• Place a pepperberry or noble fir candle ring around a pillar candle for a festive glow and warm woodland scent.
• For small spaces, a Fraser fir tabletop tree makes a charming (and deliciously fragrant) dining room or kitchen-table moment.

4. Add Greenery in Everyday Corners

These small touches make your entire home smell like the season — not just one room.

Best Greens:

• Cedar bundles
• Juniper bundles
• Boxwood bunches
• Evergreen swags

How to Use Them:

• Place bundles into vases onto bedside tables, bathroom shelves, or kitchen counters for fresh pops of scent.
• Add swag to mirrors, shelves, and wall decor.
• Tie mini bundles with twine and place them in bowls or containers for a minimalist, Scandinavian feel.

5. Bundle Up for Gifting & Hosting

Fresh greens make any gift feel more thoughtful and elevated.

Best Greens:

• Cedar bundles
• Juniper sprigs
• Boxwood
• Winterberry accents

How to Use Them:

• Add a cedar or juniper sprig to wrapped gifts for a natural, fragrant finishing touch.
• Tuck a few stems into hostess gifts, treat boxes, or wine bags.
• Use winterberry accents for color and a bit of festive charm.

Ready to Bring Home Fresh Holiday Greenery?

Visit Sunnyside Gardens to explore our full selection of wreaths, boughs, garlands, tabletop trees, and more — plus expert advice to help you style your home beautifully (and smell like the holidays).