December Flowers in Oregon: Amaryllis, Winter Greens & Holiday Blooms

Looking for fresh December flowers in Portland? At Kvetka Flower, we work with local Oregon growers to bring you the best seasonal blooms available this month. December in the Pacific Northwest is when we really fall in love with winter greenery all over again! While outdoor garden blooms take a rest, Oregon's incredible evergreen bounty and greenhouse flowers create magic. We're talking about the most aromatic, textured, lush greenery you can imagine - plus some stunning winter blooms that feel extra special because they're rare this time of year.

Here's what's flourishing right now, and how we incorporate these flowers into our European-style holiday arrangements (spoiler: we're not doing traditional red and green unless you ask us to!).

Star Flowers of December

1. Amaryllis - Winter Drama Queens

These architectural beauties are December's statement flower, and honestly? We're obsessed. We source specialty varieties that go way beyond your typical red amaryllis from the grocery store. Think sculptural, bold, and totally show-stopping.

• From: Hubrich Farms (Oregon) and specialty importers (Holland)
• Colors: Deep burgundy, pure white, coral-striped, pale pink, and classic red varieties
• European styling tip: We use amaryllis as bold focal points in minimal, modern arrangements, letting their dramatic form speak for itself. Lush pine greenery, texture branches to add some movements and 1-2 amaryllises – our favorite December combination. Less is absolutely more with amaryllis!

2. Paperwhites & Narcissus - Delicate Winter Fragrance

These forced bulbs bring the most beautiful fragrance to December! Delicate, fresh, and so hopeful - like a promise of spring when we're in the middle of gray Portland winter.

• From: Hubrich Farms (Oregon) and specialty importers (Holland)
• Colors: Pure white, cream, soft yellow
• European styling tip: We love floating paperwhites in low dishes or grouping them in simple glass vessels. Their sweet scent and graceful stems don't need much styling - just let them be beautiful. Mix them with evergreen branches for that fresh-meets-cozy vibe.

3. Evergreen Branches & Winter Foliage - Oregon's TRUE Stars

THIS is where the Pacific Northwest absolutely shines! Our local forests and farms provide the most stunning variety of evergreens and winter foliage. The scents alone - cedar, pine, fir - are worth it. We could honestly write a whole separate blog post just about Oregon greenery (maybe we will!).

• From: Oregon and Washington farms, sustainably harvested - we work with amazing local growers including Rain Drop Farms, Charles Little, and Portland Flower Market
• Varieties: Noble fir, cedar, pine, eucalyptus, larch, olive branches, magnolia leaves, holly with berries, salal, and Oregon grape
• European styling tip: We treat greenery as the STAR, not just filler. In Europe, especially in Scandinavia, winter arrangements are often mostly greenery with just a few blooms or dried elements (hydrangea, allium, cotton). It's about texture, scent, and creating that cozy hygge feeling. We create lush, layered arrangements that feel like you gathered armfuls from a winter forest walk.

Also Available This Month

• Anemones - Bold and graphic, perfect for winter contrast
• Roses - Including garden spray roses from Peterkort and other growers
• Carnations - Specialty varieties in rich winter colors (not your prom corsage carnations!)
• Hellebores - When available, these early bloomers are absolute treasures
• Ilex berries - Red, orange, and burgundy for pops of color
• Hypericum berries - Textured and long-lasting
• Waxflower - Delicate and fragrant, adds that airy texture
• Tulips - Imported varieties available in late December
• Lisianthus - Romantic and fluffy
• Chrysanthemums - Yes, still! Some late-season beauties
• Seasonal branches - Curly willow, dogwood (the red stems!), birch (white colored)

Design Ideas for December

"European Holiday Table"

Forget traditional red and green (unless that's your thing - we can do that too!). We create low, lush centerpieces with silver-dollar eucalyptus, white ranunculus, amaryllis, and textured evergreens. Add candlelight and natural linen ribbon. This approach feels elegant, modern, and decidedly European - less "Christmas commercial," more "gathered from a winter garden in the countryside."

Inspo: Scandinavian hygge meets Pacific Northwest forest

"Minimalist Winter Arrangement"

A few perfect stems of white amaryllis in a simple vessel, surrounded by aromatic cedar and olive branches. Sometimes less truly is more. This approach honors each element's natural beauty without crowding or over-styling. Very Scandinavian, very chic.

Inspo: Nordic simplicity - letting winter speak for it self

"Forever Beauty"

December is the perfect time to step away from fresh flowers and enjoy dried arrangements! In Europe, dried flowers aren't an afterthought - they're an art form. We create textured, moody arrangements using dried hydrangeas, ornamental grasses, seed pods, preserved foliage, and unexpected elements like dried pomegranates or artichokes. These arrangements last for months and get even more beautiful as they age. Perfect for mantels, sideboards, or as a centerpiece that lasts all winter long.

Inspo: Rustic farmhouse meets modern minimalism - timeless and effortlessly beautiful

"Wreaths & Door Arrangements"

We craft wreaths using Oregon's incredible variety of evergreens - mixing textures like fluffy noble fir, aromatic cedar, and silvery eucalyptus. We keep embellishments minimal and natural, but we also love fun details like red-colored moss or eucalyptus paired with ribbons to add some creative touch!

Can you even imagine Christmas without a wreath?!

Event Planning for December

December is Portland's coziest month for gatherings, and honestly our busiest! Holiday parties, corporate events, intimate celebrations - everyone wants flowers this month. The rain keeps everything green and lush outside, and our greenhouses provide beautiful blooms even in the depths of winter. We're also seeing more winter weddings as couples embrace the romantic, moody aesthetic (and better venue availability!).

Popular color schemes this month:

• Ivory, sage, and burgundy (so sophisticated!)
• All-white with mixed greens (classic and elegant)
• Deep reds with natural greenery (traditional but elevated)
• Blush pink with silver-toned foliage (romantic winter)
• Jewel tones - emerald, ruby, gold (rich and festive)

What to know: Holiday parties, corporate gifting, and celebrations mean flower demand is super high. Order early - like, at least one week in advance - for guaranteed availability, especially for the weeks leading up to Christmas and New Year's. We want to make sure we can create exactly what you're dreaming of!

Pro tip: If you're flexible on exact flower varieties and trust us to work with what's freshest and most beautiful, let us know! We can often create something even better when we're not locked into specific stems.

From Our Studio This December

December is when we fall in love with greenery all over again. There's something magical about working with armfuls of fresh cedar and eucalyptus - the scents alone transport you straight to a Pacific Northwest forest. We're creating arrangements that feel more like bringing the outdoors in than traditional "holiday flowers," and honestly? That's where our hearts are.

Our European background teaches us to appreciate simplicity and natural beauty, which feels especially relevant this time of year when things can get visually overwhelming. There's so much beauty in a simple gathering of evergreen branches, a few perfect blooms, and maybe some candlelight.

We're also loving the challenge of creating festive arrangements without relying on expected color combinations - there's so much beauty in unexpected palettes! Who says holiday flowers need to be red and green? We're all about burgundy and sage, ivory and pine, blush and evergreen.

And can we talk about amaryllis for another second? These flowers are absolutely stunning, and we love styling them in ways that feel modern and artistic rather than "grandma's Christmas centerpiece" (though we love grandmas!). Give them space, let them be dramatic, pair them with interesting textures - that's the magic.

Order December Flowers in Portland

Make your December gatherings special with fresh, locally-sourced arrangements from Kvetka Flower. We offer delivery throughout Portland for holiday parties, corporate gifts, winter weddings, and everyday beauty. Our European-style approach means your flowers will feel fresh, elegant, and distinctly you - not cookie-cutter holiday arrangements that everyone else has.

Browse our winter collection or contact us to create something custom. We'd love to work with you!

Holiday Hours & Ordering: Please note we have limited availability the week of Christmas as our team takes time with family. Order early to ensure delivery for your preferred date! We're also available for New Year's Eve events - let's make it special.

Gift Giving: December is prime time for flower gifts! We offer beautiful arrangements perfect for hostess gifts, client appreciation, teacher gifts, or just spreading holiday cheer. Add a personal note and we'll include it with your arrangement.

FAQ

What flowers are in season in Portland in December? December features amaryllis, paperwhites, greenhouse-grown lilies and roses, Oregon's stunning variety of evergreen branches and winter foliage from local growers. Our mild climate and incredible greenhouse growers mean we have beautiful options even in winter!

Do you make traditional Christmas arrangements? We can create arrangements in any style you prefer! However, our specialty is European-style floristry, which tends toward more natural, textured, and unexpected color palettes rather than traditional red-and-green. Many clients love this fresh take on holiday flowers - it feels festive but not cliché. That said, if you want traditional colors, we'll make them beautiful!

Where do you source your evergreen branches? We work with Oregon and Washington farms that sustainably harvest evergreens, eucalyptus, and winter foliage. The Pacific Northwest offers incredible variety and quality for winter greenery - it's truly one of our regional superpowers! Even though we prioritize local, some specialty items like certain eucalyptus varieties may come from California.

Can you deliver flowers as gifts in December? Absolutely! We LOVE creating gift arrangements. December is one of our busiest months for corporate gifts, hostess presents, and spreading holiday cheer. We offer delivery throughout Portland. And if you're looking for the perfect gift for the person 'who already has everything' – our flower subscription is the ultimate way to bring joy and happy memories not only on the celebration day, but throughout the entire year!

When should I order for Christmas or New Year's? We recommend ordering at least one week in advance for holiday events - earlier is even better! Our busiest days are the week before Christmas and New Year's Eve, so the earlier you order, the more we can guarantee your preferred flowers and delivery time. Last-minute orders may be limited to designer's choice arrangements (which are still gorgeous, just less customizable).

What if I don't know exactly what flowers I want? That's totally fine! If you're flexible and trust us to work with what's freshest and most beautiful, just let us know your color preferences, style vibe, and budget. We'll create something stunning with the best seasonal blooms available. Sometimes our designer's choice arrangements are our absolute favorites because we can really showcase what's special right now.