How To: Create a Natural Spring Wreath

With a couple of weeks to wander a little more freely in your creativity, and to celebrate Easter in simple, natural ways, this guide offers a lovely way to bring the garden indoors, using much-loved houseplants in an unexpected and thoughtful form.

A wonderfully easy craft, this wreath can be made in just a few unhurried minutes, and makes a heartfelt gift for someone special. Whether you choose to create a few smaller pieces or one more generous, statement wreath, it’s a quietly satisfying, seasonal activity, perfect for welcoming younger hands to join in too.

• Natural wreath
• Fresh Willow Twigs
• Mini White phalaenopsis
• Mini asparagus fern
• Flat Moss
• Floristry Wire
• Muscari bulbs (however many you'd like, we've included two)

Join us in store to purchase any of the above elements, our Houseplants Team are always happy to advise on combinations and care.

Place the wreath gently before you, loosening the twigs just enough to make them easier to work with—taking care not to snap their delicate structure. Begin to weave in the willow, wrapping each stem softly around the natural framework of the wreath, allowing the leafy tips to sit lightly and peek through for a relaxed, organic finish.

Place the miniature phalaenopsis on the left-hand side, in the middle of the wreath. Gently lay the miniature asparagus fern underneath the phalaenopsis.

Take a generous piece of flat moss and gently wrap it around the two plants, ensuring they are held securely within its soft layers. Ease the moss around the wreath, then fasten it in place with floristry wire, winding it carefully a few times until everything feels snug and supported.

Once secured, softly layer additional moss over any visible wire or framework, tucking it in as needed to create a natural, seamless finish.

In two chosen places on the wreath, gently nestle the muscari bulbs into the moss, allowing them to sit naturally within the arrangement. If needed, secure them discreetly with a little floristry wire for added support. Lightly cover the roots with moss, then give a gentle spritz of water to keep everything fresh and well-nourished.

Using a length of twine or a simple hook from around the home, hang your wreath in its chosen spot, then step back and take a quiet moment to admire your handiwork.

• Place the wreath in a naturally lit, cool position, avoiding direct sunlight. Try to keep it away from heat (for example, avoid placing near radiators in the home).
• To water the plant, dip the ball in water and leave to drain, or water directly from the top.
• Admire your creation as it grows. Deadhead blooms as they fade, and if the moss starts to fall apart then gently place back together and tie with fresh twine, if needed. After the festive season has finished, these hellebores can then be unravelled and planted outside, although they will need gently acclimatising to ensure they last outside year after year.