Best materials for doors
Boxwood is the polished all-season choice. Olive is softer and more relaxed. Protea is the bolder design choice. Pumpkin wreaths create immediate fall impact, while cedar and pine are the natural winter choices.
Exposure matters more than most shoppers think
Fresh greenery lasts longer on a shaded or protected door than on a hot, sun-facing, exposed door. If the door gets intense sun, choose a more resilient material, hang during cooler periods, or move the wreath indoors when needed.
Door sizing rules
For many standard doors, 20 inches is visually balanced. Smaller wreaths are better in pairs, on windows, or in compact apartments. Larger wreaths look best when the door and surrounding entry have enough negative space.