Christmas trees and holiday decorations surround the Cross Hall during an advance tour of the 2025 White House Christmas decorations on December 01, 2025 in Washington, DC. The theme for this year's White House Christmas decorations is "Home Is Where The Heart Is." (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) - 1
  • The Hybrid Method
    1. Grab a Faux Garland Base
    1. Layer in Real Foliage for That ‘Fresh-Cut’ Look
    1. Finish With Soft, Hidden Lighting
  • Why This Hack Works So Well

Kayleigh is an enthusiastic (sometimes too enthusiastic!) gardener and has worked in media for over a decade. She previously served as digital editor at Stylist magazine, and has written extensively for Ideal Home , Woman & Home , Homes & Gardens , and a handful of other titles. Kayleigh is passionate about wildlife-friendly gardening, and recently cancelled her weekend plans to build a mini pond when her toddler found a frog living in their water barrel. As such, her garden – designed around the stunning magnolia tree at its centre – is filled to the brim with pollinator-friendly blooms, homemade bird feeders, and old logs for insects to nest in.