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Carolina Wreath Company makes its wreaths and garland from a mix of fresh evergreen materials, with Fraser Fir as the flagship. According to the company's site, the full material list includes Fraser Fir, Green Giant Arborvitae, Leyland Cypress, Murray Cypress, Virginia Juniper (male and female), White Pine, Loblolly Pine, Carolina Sapphire, and Blue Ice. If you're choosing based on scent, needle texture, or how long the greenery holds up indoors, the material matters more than the wreath size.
The full list of plant materials
The site states that "our wreaths and garland are made from the highest quality materials," and names these evergreens:
| Material | What it is | Typical role in wreaths/garland |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser Fir | A classic Christmas tree fir | The signature material; brand name emphasizes it |
| Green Giant Arborvitae | A fast-growing evergreen | Filler greenery with a softer, feathery look |
| Leyland Cypress | A common landscape cypress | Light, airy texture |
| Murray Cypress | A Leyland-type cypress | Similar airy texture, often used as filler |
| Virginia Juniper (male and female) | A juniper species | Adds a different needle form and color |
| White Pine | Soft-needled pine | Soft, flexible needles; good for garland |
| Loblolly Pine | A Southern pine | Longer needles, stiffer texture |
| Carolina Sapphire | An aromatic cypress cultivar | Distinct blue-green color and scent |
| Blue Ice | A blue-toned evergreen | Cool blue color for contrast |
Why Fraser Fir leads the lineup
The brand name and page title both center on Fraser Fir ("Fraser Fir Wreaths from Carolina Wreath Company"), and the homepage headline describes "handcrafted Fraser Fir wreaths." Fraser Fir is the traditional choice for Christmas greenery because it holds needles well and has a classic fir fragrance. If you want the most recognizable "Christmas tree" look and smell, that's the material the company is built around.
How the materials differ in practice
The other evergreens aren't just filler — they change the look and feel:
- Scent: Fraser Fir and Carolina Sapphire tend to carry the strongest, most distinctive fragrance. Pine materials like White Pine and Loblolly Pine have a lighter, resinous scent.
- Color: Most of the list is green, but Carolina Sapphire and Blue Ice bring blue-green and blue tones, which create contrast against darker firs and pines.
- Needle texture: White Pine is soft and flexible; Loblolly Pine is longer and stiffer; cypress and arborvitae are feathery and lighter.
- Structure: Fir and pine needles give a denser, more traditional wreath form, while cypress and arborvitae read as looser and airier.
Choosing based on material
- Want the classic Christmas look and smell? Choose Fraser Fir.
- Want a softer, more textured mix? Look for wreaths or garland that include cypress, arborvitae, or White Pine.
- Want color contrast? Carolina Sapphire or Blue Ice adds blue tones.
- Ordering garland rather than a wreath? Softer, flexible materials like White Pine and cypress drape more easily than stiff pine.
The site doesn't list which specific material each individual product uses, so if a particular evergreen matters to you, confirm it before ordering. You can reach the company at 252-977-3011 or 919-437-6546, and the site also notes association memberships and a "Wreath Catcher" product line.