The first week of December is the time to start humming a certain carol, make like the Victorians and deck the halls with boughs of holly. But don’t forget about the cedar, fir, nandina and camellia greens. Here in Western Washington we have the glorious greens to celebrate the season with less money and more tradition – and at the same time accomplish some serious winter pruning.
Decorating with garden greens means you won’t raise your power bill. A lack of funds shouldn’t mean a lack of fun for the holidays. If you have a garden or someone that will let you prune their garden, then you have all the makings for a festive, beautifully-decorated home – thanks to the evergreens that thrive in our climate.
When pruning any plant this winter, follow a branch to a joint, use sharp tools and cut close to the main branch so you don’t leave a protruding stump or Pinocchio nose.
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