Top 10 Houseplants to Replace the Christmas Tree

Published on 5 January 2022

These top 10 houseplants to replace the Christmas tree will all fill the space nicely where your Christmas tree once stood. When you take down the Christmas decorations, it can seem like the room feels bare, so if you'd still like the space filled with greenery, these sensational plants will fill the void and turn your panic into pleasure.

The Boma garden centre team has picked out ten houseplants to spark some ideas. If you're planning foliage for winter at home, pop in and chat with the team. Let's help you with indoor plant ideas, light conditions, plant pots and all the care tips you need. Visit The Boma

Top 10 Houseplants After Christmas

Fiddle leaf (Ficus Lyrata): a well known and loved plant that is easy to look after, despite its reputation, with just a few hints and tips. Smaller plants can be purchased or taller ones to fill a space, and they will need to be kept away from drafts in a room with lots of light and kept moderately moist.
Snake plant (Sansevieria): one of the easiest houseplants to care for that will fill a Christmas tree space with ease. It's the best for easy care with minimal watering requirements and not being fussy about light conditions.
Dragon tree (Dracaena marginata): needing a bright spot and moist compost, but equally, you might find lower light levels suit it well and watering as and when might work too! This one can last for many, many years, so it's worth putting in the place of your Christmas tree.n
Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla): if you would like to swap your Christmas tree for another Christmas tree that will look very similar, try the Norfolk Island Pine. High humidity and lots of light will keep this in great shape all year.
Weeping fig (Ficus benjamin): bright, indirect light and regular watering will keep this growing fast and looking pristine. Less water during the winter months will help, and your weeping fig will thank you for it.
Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia): another plant that will gracefully fill a Christmas tree spot. The Bird of Paradise doesn't need much attention if standing in bright light, without drafts and some humidity. You might have to wait a few years until it flowers, but when it does, it will be well worth the wait!
Devils Ivy (Pothos): instead of filling the space with a standing upright plant, why not try filling the room with a plant hanging from the ceiling instead? Devils Ivy will hang nicely and fill a corner spot without much care needed.
Swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa): the on-trend plant of the last few years will fill your Christmas tree spot with ease. Give it plenty of bright but not direct light and water every 1 to 2 weeks. Don't forget to dust the leaves to keep them looking shiny gently.
Ravenea rivularis (Majesty palm): a majestic palm with long fronds that will fill the space perfectly. All it will need is a bright corner and plenty of water. Keep your eye on it so you can remedy any changes.
African Milk Tree (Euphorbia trigona): minor water requirements and light to low light levels will see this plant well and growing for years.