21+ Indoor Plant Christmas Decor Ideas to Try
Bring holiday cheer indoors by decorating with lush greenery. These indoor plant Christmas decor ideas blend the freshness of nature with the magic of the season. Whether you’re working with houseplants you already own or want to add festive touches to new ones, there’s plenty of inspiration here.
1. Pothos Garland Along Stair Rails
Wrap a trailing pothos around the staircase rail and accent it with red ribbons or mini ornaments.
2. Snake Plant with String Lights
Add tiny warm-white string lights to your tall snake plant for a glowing, sculptural look.
3. ZZ Plant with Ornament Picks
Tuck glittery ornament picks into a ZZ plant to give it an instant festive flair.
4. Christmas Cactus in Holiday Pot
Plant your blooming Christmas cactus in a pot with holiday patterns or colors for seasonal charm.
5. Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree with Hanging Baubles
Hang lightweight ornaments or stars from the branches of your fiddle leaf fig for a stylish alternative to a tree.
6. Monstera Leaves with Gold Spray
Lightly spray monstera leaves with gold paint or glitter for a luxe holiday vibe.
7. Mini Succulent Tree
Arrange small succulents in a cone shape or tree stand to create a living tabletop Christmas tree.
8. Rubber Plant with Tinsel Garland
Wrap a strand of tinsel garland around your rubber plant’s stems for a quick festive transformation.
9. Fern Planter with Pinecones
Decorate the base of a fern with pinecones, holly berries, or cinnamon sticks for a nature-inspired touch.
10. Air Plant Ornaments
Nestle air plants into clear baubles or hang them like ornaments on branches.
11. Ivy Topiary in Holiday Shape
Train ivy around a wire frame to form a star or tree, then add fairy lights.
12. Holiday Planter Centerpiece
Group several small indoor plants in a basket and add bows, lights, or seasonal figurines.
13. Amaryllis in Decorative Pot
Grow amaryllis bulbs indoors and place them in decorative holiday containers for a classic look.
14. Peace Lily with Snowflake Accents
Place white snowflake picks among the leaves of a peace lily for elegant winter charm.
15. Hanging Plant Snow Globe Effect
Add faux snow and mini figurines around hanging planters to create a floating snow globe scene.
16. Spider Plant with Candy Cane Picks
Insert candy cane decorations into the spider plant’s arching leaves for a playful holiday vibe.
17. Indoor Herb Planter Gift Display
Grow rosemary, thyme, or basil in small pots and label them with holiday tags as both decor and edible gifts.
18. Bonsai Tree with Mini Lights
Decorate a bonsai tree with delicate fairy lights and a tiny star topper for a miniature Christmas tree feel.
19. Indoor Citrus Tree with Ornaments
Adorn a small potted citrus tree with ornaments and ribbon for a fresh and fragrant display.
20. Indoor Plant Shelf with Garland
Drape a festive garland across your plant shelf and weave in holiday elements like bells or berries.
21. Aloe Vera in Santa Pot
Give your aloe vera a cheerful makeover by placing it in a Santa-shaped or red-and-white pot.
Final Thoughts
Indoor plants can be more than greenery—they can become part of your holiday magic. With a little creativity, your houseplants can shine just as brightly as the rest of your Christmas decor. From simple touches like lights and ribbons to transforming whole displays, these ideas will help bring joy and greenery into your seasonal style.
