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Let’s be real—finding the perfect Christmas garland is no easy feat. We all want that lush, natural look that transforms our home into a holiday wonderland. But without the hassle of real pine needles all over your floor!
If you’re on the hunt for the most realistic, hassle-free garlands in 2024, look no further—I’ve got the best picks for you, many of which I personally own!
The Most Realistic Christmas Garland
I’m going to skip right to the point – the most realistic Christmas garland is the Afloral Real Touch Norfolk Pine Garland. It is the best faux Christmas garland on the market by a long shot, and has been a viral product on social media for several years.
I’ll be honest—I’m not easily impressed when it comes to holiday decor. I saw these garlands on Instagram for years, and despite everyone raving about them, I held off.
But when I finally decided to splurge, I was hooked! I bought one, then another, and now… well, let’s just say I added five more over the past two years!
We all know you can’t believe everything you see on Instagram, so the anticipation of this garland arrival was real. I couldn’t believe when I opened the box and how amazing it actually was in person.
These garlands are SO realistic that they’ve become the centerpiece of my holiday decor. No more settling for the plasticky, obvious fakes. These are lush, full, and truly capture that fresh-cut evergreen look without the mess or upkeep.
I’ve hung them over my mantel, wrapped them around my staircase, and even used them on my dining table—each time getting compliments on how stunning and authentic they look.
This garland has a “real touch” feel to it. It’s not hard and ribbony like the cheap garlands of the past. It’s soft, bendable, and has a beautiful rich green that looks natural and realistic. It’s not hard to see why it’s considered the best garland for Christmas.
If you’re like me and have been hesitant, trust me: these garlands are absolutely worth it.
Tip
For 2024, you can now purchase the Norfolk Pine in a 96 inch length as well as a 180 inch length which would be perfect for staircase railings.
While I’ve already share the best garland to buy this year, there’s also a variety of other highly rated artificial Christmas garlands that might pique your interest – from mixed greens, to evergreen garlands of cedar and pine.
Each garland has received great reviews and whichever one you choose, I know it will be the perfect touch to your Christmas decor, whether you go all-out or keep it on the minimal side.
Many of these garlands are simple, but you can easily add some festive cheer in an easy way with lights, ornaments or even faux bright red berries for a traditional look.
Faux Pine Garlands
Real pine garlands are incredibly messy. As much as I love the look of fresh pine draping over a console table or dining table, the pine needles are just the worst to clean up. These artificial pine garlands will give you the look of beautiful draping traditional pine, without the cleanup!
More Highly Rated Christmas Garlands
1. Pottery Barn’s Artificial Cedar Garland
The PB artificial Cedar Garland: is the fullest of the faux garlands that I’ve found, and comes in a 2-pack. I chose to use this one instead of my Norfolk Pine for my mantel last year and I think it was truly a showstopper!
It’s more of an investment piece, but since it’s so lush, you can definitely skip the addition of the blueberries and other picks that I added to my 2023 Christmas Mantel.
2. Pine and Eucalyptus Garland
This stunning Pine and Eucalyptus Garland features real-touch artificial pine, eucalyptus, and pine cones to create an extra thick, modern Christmas garland. It’s available in a 6-foot length, making it perfect for your holiday table or staircase.
3. Pre-Lit Faux Eucalyptus and Pine Garland
Pottery Barn is one of my top choices for great quality pre-lit garlands, and this mixed greens garland. is a stunner. It comes in 5-foot and 10-foot lengths, plus there’s a matching wreath.
4. Real Touch Cedar and Hemlock
Thick, lush, and with almost ALL 5-star reviews (over 12,000 of them!) this cedar and hemlock garland is in stock and ready to ship.
5. Afloral Cedar Garland
This Afloral Cedar Garland: is another popular choice, and it’s what I layer on top of my Norfolk Pine for added texture. It’s thick and high quality.
Preserved & Fresh Garlands
These are not artificial garlands, they are real foliage… but they are too stunning to not include on my list. Some are preserved and require zero maintenance, others are fresh and just require misting every few days to prolong their life span.
So if you really want the real thing when it comes to garlands, but want to make it last, these are a great choice.
6. Fresh Eucalyptus Garland
This Fresh Eucalyptus Garland: is absolutely breathtaking and a huge seller every year. You can mist it or allow it to dry out naturally. Since these are custom-made, they will sell out quickly.
Are you ready to embrace the world of faux greenery for the holidays? I can’t wait to see how you use these garlands to decorating your home!
Now that you’ve picked your garland for your mantel, be sure to read my tutorial for how to hang garland on a mantel to get a look just like mine!
Final Thoughts
Finding the right Christmas garland can make a world of difference in setting the holiday mood. This year’s picks offer something for everyone, from those who love the look of a simple festive garland draped over the mantel to those who want to go all out with extravagant lush garlands over their staircase railings or door frames.
Whether you’re after the classic pine look or want to shake things up a bit with some cedar or eucalyptus, there’s a garland out there for you.
Tag me on Instagram with your garland decor—I can’t wait to see how you’ve styled them!
Can you please tell me the brand/color of inside of your door in the last photo showing the staircase garland. I absolutely love it
Hi! It’s Benjamin Moore Britannia Blue.
This article was so helpful! I was looking all over for garland and questioning what type and quality level – this summed it all up. Thank you!
Where is the first garland from? The one with the eucalyptus? There is no link or place of purchase.
It’s linked right next to the number 1. The very first link.
Thank you so much for the advance warning, Jenna! I bought the Kirkland garland for my fireplace mantel, and it is very realistic looking, and the price was discounted! Can’t wail until December to put it up!
You didn’t say where you can get the first garland- the one with the eucalyptus on your staircase
It’s the very first one linked
I asked the same question. But I think it’s from Grandinroad. If so it’s sold out. But I’m almost positive that’s it.