Liesl’s love for Christmas is rooted in tradition, warmth and meaningful rituals. Her blue-and-white AA Gent–themed Christmas tree stays up for two months and is filled with ornaments collected from around the world, each carrying a personal story. She cherishes visits to Christmas markets with her sister and values togetherness over perfection. Having worked with festive plants, she highlights the importance of conifers, Christmas roses and amaryllis in creating seasonal atmosphere and colour in the home.

For over 125 years, Hofland Flowering Plants has been a trusted name in floriculture. This family business from Naaldwijk blends tradition with innovation and is renowned for its signature plant, the Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera). Led by Annemiek and Frank Hofland, the company puts sustainability first — from geothermal heating and LED lighting to biological crop protection.