5 Native Flowers Perfect For Australian Christmas

5 Christmas Flowers Australia 

1. Christmas Lilies

Kickstart the jolly floral festivity with Christmas Lilies, a merry explosion of petals! These native Australian beauties add a festive flair with their dazzling colour options of white, pink & orange. Growing in various regions across Australia, Christmas Lilies symbolise hope and purity. These bright-coloured flowers are like a floral firework, adding a pop of colour that'll make your festivities even more merry & bright.

2. King Protea

Now, let's spotlight our next Christmas inspired bloom, King Protea. Although not necessarily blooming at Christmas time, these florals still make us feel merry and bright, especially in the cooler seasons, giving us more of a winter wonderland feel. The King Protea's unique structure not only adds a touch of excitement to a native bouquet but also radiates warmth and familiarity. Welcoming your friends and family with its energy, these Aussie floral wonders are sure to make every season feel festive!

3. Holly foliage

Let's turn our attention to the classic Holly foliage, an evergreen symbol of holiday cheer. Another charming bloom that makes its appearance more around winter however, is still an iconic christmas flower.Its iconic look isn't just a festive touch – it's a burst of holiday pzazz, radiating warmth and charming christmas spirit. Adding holly foliage to your decorations is like giving your space a holiday hug!

4. Christmas bush 

Now, say hello to a floral fan favourite, the Christmas bush! Native to New South Wales, This gorgeous plant with beautiful little red flowers evokes classic Christmas vibes and festive fun. This enchanting native plant is not only a sight to see but it will make you feel all holly jolly and joyful!

5. Leptospermums (tea trees)

Love is flourishing with Leptospermums (tea trees), and guess what? You can find them right here in South Australia! Leptospermums bring that extra touch of tradition to your festive season. These native wonders come in colours such as white or pink flowers, which are sure to add a touch of natural charm to your celebrations.

Feel the floral Christmas spirit with BloomBar 

There you have it! From the bold Christmas lilies to the charming holly foliage, our Australian Christmas flowers are here to make your holiday pop. Don't miss out on the festive fun – jump on the BloomBar train and order your native flower bouquets or send a Christmas flower gift to a loved one. 

No matter your style we have fresh flowers for everyone's taste, from pastel floral arrangements and everlasting bouquets to neutral flower arrangements and even flowers that say thinking of you.  Get in contact with our local florists at our City store or order Christmas flower delivery now.

Christmas Flower in Australia: FAQs

What flower blooms around Christmas time in Australia?

Although native to South Africa, Pincushion Protea tends to bloom nice and bright everywhere in Australia during December and the Christmas season. 

What are the two December birth flowers?

The two December birth flowers are narcissus and holly. It’s not a surprise that holly is one of the December birth flowers as it’s a huge symbol of the festive season.

More information: Birth flowers by month

What are the traditional Christmas flowers?

The traditional Christmas flower is the Poinsettia, native to Mexico and Central America, it’s known as the traditional Christmas flower for its gorgeous red and green colouring, a widely used flower for Christmas arrangements. 

For more information:Poinsettia flowers

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