13 ways to use citrus peel in your Christmas decorations

Get ready to zest up your holidays as we put together a list of fun, easy and cost-effective ways you can use Citrus peel in your festive decorations!

Citrus Garland

A citrus garland can not only add an
eco-friendly element to your decorations but
also a punch of vibrant colours too. Typically a
Cirtus Garland can last up to a whopping 2
years with a it of love and attention!

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Citrus Ornaments

Cut citrus peels into festive shapes, dry them,
and hang them on your tree for a zesty touch. Easy to make and if you're doing it from
scratch your whole home will smell delightful!

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Potpourri Pouches

Infuse your home with the scents of
Christmas. Fill small pouches with dried citrus
peels and spices for an aromatic addition to
your holiday decor and add cinnamon sticks
for that extra sparkle!

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Citrus Centerpieces

Adding a stunning dried fruit centerpiece to
your table is sure to impress guests at Christmas. Arrange whole or sliced citrus
fruits in a bowl with seasonal foliage for a
colorful and refreshing centerpiece

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Citrus Candleholders

Tuurn your boring candleolders into
something spectacular. Hollow out citrus
halves, fill them with wax, and add a wick for
unique and aromatic candleholders. These
woud make a wonderful gift too!

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Citrus Pomanders

Pomanders should last for years making them
eco-friendly and purse friendly too! Decorate
oranges with cloves and ribbons for
traditional and fragrant pomander balls.

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Citrus Scented Pinecones

Pinecones can be used everywhere, from
inside the Christmas tree, around wreaths and
popped into garlands, but have you ever
thought of infusing them with a fragrant
festive smell? Infuse pinecones with citrus
essential oils by placing them in a bag with
citrus peels for a few days before using them
in your decor.

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Citrus Vase

Now this is super simple to do but will give
you the WOW factor. Simply fill a vase full of
citrus fruit from Lemons, Limes & Oranges.
Plus for extra sparkle add a set of battery
fairy lights inside!

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Picture this: vibrant orange slices adorning your Christmas tree, filling the air with a citrusy scent that beats any holiday candle, yeah we’re already getting the festive feels too. And oh, the wreaths! A splash of orange here, a pop of lemon there—creating wreaths so festive, even Santa would do a double take.

So, this holiday season, let your creativity peel away with citrus decorations that add zest, fragrance, and a sprinkle of eco-friendliness to your festivities!

In our sider above, we’ve rounded up a handful of ideas on how to use citrus peel in your Christmas decorations.

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Can You Freeze Citrus Peel?

Sure! you can freeze citrus peel. Grab that trusty vegetable peeler and let’s get zesting those citrus fruits! Remember, easy does it – we’re aiming for just the colourful zest, not the bitter white stuff underneath. Pop those zesty strips into a snug little container, seal it up tight, and into the freezer they go!

5 Ways To Use Citrus Peels In Your Christmas Recipes:

Citrus-infused Mulled Wine: Add citrus peel strips to your mulled wine for a fragrant twist on a classic holiday drink.
Zesty Citrus Roast Turkey: Rub citrus zest under the skin of your turkey before roasting for a flavorful and aromatic centrepiece.
Candied Citrus Peel Treats: Dip citrus peel strips in sugar syrup and let them dry for delightful, homemade treats or garnishes.
Citrus-Spiked Cranberry Sauce: Incorporate grated citrus zest into your cranberry sauce for a bright and tangy flavour boost.
Citrus-Infused Baked Goods: Add grated citrus zest to your favourite Christmas cookies, cakes, or bread recipes for a burst of citrusy freshness.

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