Holidays & Occasions Christmas Christmas Decor 16 Ways To Incorporate Southern Citrus Into Your Christmas Decorations By Emma Phelps Updated on November 15, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Floral Design: Mary Cox Brown; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller With all its benefits and bold color, citrus was meant to be more than just another ingredient in your simmer pot during the holiday season. If you couldn't already tell, we're a teensy bit obsessed with citrus in the South. Some of our coziest memories are associated with Grandma drying orange slices and stringing them up for Christmas decor. From garlands to ornaments, citrus fruit decorations will always be the simplest and most cost-effective holiday decor. While Christmas is traditionally filled with red bows and lively greenery, consider bringing in yellow or orange with fruit to add to the holiday spirit. We've packed this gallery full of citrus Christmas tree decorations and dried citrus ideas. Your neighbors will thank you for the reprieve from the classic green, red, and gold lights and garlands that are guaranteed to don your block. What are you waiting for? Check out these citrus decoration ideas that are sure to shine throughout the festive season. 01 of 16 Lemons, Ribbon, and Garland – Oh My! Hector Manuel Sanchez We love the way Natasha Lawler designs with citrus for the holidays. All you need to imitate her decor is faux or fresh garland for the door and railings, plus whatever ribbon tickles your fancy—and plenty of lemons, of course! If fresh lemons are unlikely to last in your neck of the woods, you can easily find faux lemons (target.com) that will withstand any harsh winter weather. Simply use a hot glue gun to fasten them to a pre-made wreath and wooden skewers to secure them in your flower boxes. 02 of 16 Sweet Oranges and Magnolias Laurey W. Glenn; Floral Design: Mary Cox Brown; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Oversized pinecones and magnolia leaves offer a lush backdrop for cheery oranges nestled in this wreath complete with a matching flowerpot display. 03 of 16 Citrus Greenery Hector Manuel Sanchez Carry the lemon theme from outside your home into your living room by nestling the fruit into your tree's branches. Tie it all together with a matching bow on top of the tree and wreaths adorning the windows. 04 of 16 Easy Entertaining Hector Manuel Sanchez While a red, green, and white floral centerpiece nods to the holiday season, hints of zesty yellow from tapers and lemons add a cheery pop of fresh color. 05 of 16 Zesty Name Cards Hector Manuel Sanchez Create personalized pomanders by poking guests' initials into an orange using cloves. It's an aromatic and charming touch for a holiday-worthy dining table. 06 of 16 Orange Party Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas and Buffy Hargett Miller Buy a fresh greenery wreath and fill it with a mixture of oranges, clementines, and kumquats. Use hot glue, toothpicks, and ties to attach the citrus. The wreath is sure to be a cheery welcome for any holiday guests. 07 of 16 Citrus Tree Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Add a pop of sunshine yellow and orange to your holiday table with a tiny fruit tree. You can also opt for small oranges to create pomanders to use in the display as well. Materials: Five (2-pound) bags of lemonsflorist picks24-inch plastic foam conesprigs of fresh rosemary and cypressurnfive orangesreindeer mossribbon Method: Stick lemons with florist picks (one per lemon).Starting toward the bottom of the cone, insert lemons in circular diagonal rows, working your way up and leaving about 1 inch of space between each row until the cone is covered.Fill in the empty spaces between the lemon rows with rosemary and cypress sprigs.Set the decorated cone securely inside the urn.Place leftover lemons and oranges around the base of the cone; cover up any gaps with reindeer moss.Trail ribbon from the top of the arrangement. 08 of 16 Dried Orange Ornaments Hector Manuel Sanchez; styling: Taylor Colson Horton Dried orange slices and clove-filled oranges give this tree a traditional and rustic look. Plus, the combination of the evergreen and citrus will make your home a scented oasis for the holidays. 09 of 16 Pomander Balls Photo: Ralph Anderson Talk about an easy and effective DIY—pomanders (oranges studded with cloves) have long been a staple in Southern homes during the holidays. Pile them together in a bowl that can be displayed on your coffee table, in a guest bathroom, or on the dining room table for an aromatic decoration that is just as pretty to look at. 10 of 16 Dried Citrus Garland Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Lilt Floral Design Fresh greenery adds new energy and life to a home during the holidays and looks even prettier with a pop of color. We love adding a layer with dried citrus slices tied to velvet or silky ribbons. Use leftover slices to embellish other spaces, like those orchids you've been tending to all year. 11 of 16 Lemon Drops Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Slice a small slit in a faux lemon or small orange to add a personalized name card for a fresh table setting that's photo-ready. 12 of 16 Citrus and Berries Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: James Farmer Holly berries make a lovely centerpiece for any holiday hosting occasion. Add citrus to the mix and you've got a show stopping all-natural display. 13 of 16 When Life Gives You Lemons… Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas and Buffy Hargett Miller Make a lemon garland! Magnolia leaves, greenery, and and lemons pair for a unique garland that can be hung anywhere in your home. Use heavy-duty florist wire to string the lemons and leaves together. 14 of 16 Easy Like Apples and Oranges Photo: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Pick up a handful of apples and oranges from the supermarket when you're doing your last-minute, forgotten-ingredient shopping. Arrange the fruit on your mantle with spruce clippings for an easy, yet thoughtful display. 15 of 16 Two-Piece Citrus Wreath Photo: Jim Bathie If you have a double-door entry, you can still get the look of a single wreath by cutting a wreath in half (be sure it has a sturdy frame that will keep its shape). Then you can use florist wire to add fruit, fresh clippings, and a ribbon for a colorful finishing touch. 16 of 16 Colorful Hurricanes Photo by Robbie Caponetto It's one of the oldest tricks in the decorating book, but it works every time. Fill a trifle dish or a glass hurricane with layers of limes, holly berries, and oranges for a bright arrangement on your mantle or dining room table. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit