15 Indoor Evergreens That Make a Home Feel Warm All Season

Indoor evergreens step in when the tree comes down and everything feels a little too bare. They add structure, color, and that “alive” look in rooms that are otherwise full of brown branches and gray skies outside.

These evergreen picks work well inside and don’t need constant attention.

1. Norfolk Island pine

This one naturally feels like a mini Christmas tree, but it keeps looking good all winter and beyond. It likes bright, indirect light and a bit of humidity. Tuck it in a basket or simple pot in a corner you want to feel softer and more finished.

2. Rosemary topiary

Rosemary stays green, smells good, and actually earns its keep in the kitchen. The tree shape adds height and structure on counters or islands. Just give it bright light and let the top of the soil dry before watering again so you don’t drown it.

3. Dwarf Alberta spruce (indoors short-term)

You’ll see these sold as mini trees in pots. They’re happiest outside, but you can keep one indoors for a short stretch in a bright, cool spot. After the holidays, move it to a larger outdoor container or plant it in the yard if your climate allows.

4. English ivy

Ivy’s trailing vines are great for softening the edges of bookshelves, mantels, and cabinets. It stays green year-round inside as long as it gets decent light and regular watering. It’s an easy way to make decor groupings look more intentional.

5. Pothos

Pothos isn’t technically evergreen in the outdoor shrub sense, but it does stay green year-round indoors and acts like a trailing evergreen. It’s forgiving about light and watering, which makes it perfect for spots that are easy to forget during winter.

6. Snake plant

Snake plants bring that upright, architectural look that balances softer decor. They handle low light and dry air well. Set them in corners, beside chairs, or near doorways where you need some height without more furniture.

7. ZZ plant

ZZ plants keep shiny green leaves even in darker rooms. They’re slow-growing and don’t need much from you beyond occasional water. They’re ideal for making offices, hallways, and bedrooms feel less empty when the holiday decor is gone.

8. Parlor palm

Parlor palms give a soft, feathery texture that feels calm in winter. They do well in indirect light and don’t need heavy watering. Use them in living rooms or bedrooms where you want something that feels a little more lush without being fussy.

9. Arborvitae (short-term indoor)

Like dwarf spruces, small arborvitae sold in pots can come inside for a short winter stretch near a bright window. They bring that classic evergreen look indoors. Just don’t keep them inside forever—move them back outdoors before the heat kicks up in spring.

10. Boxwood topiary

Boxwood spheres or cones in pots feel tidy and traditional. They anchor entry tables, fireplace hearths, or flanking a doorway. Indoors, they’ll need bright light and regular watering, but they give you that “formal” evergreen shape without needing a whole hedge.

11. Myrtle topiary

Myrtle topiaries are smaller and a little more delicate-looking than boxwood. They bring a structured, European feel to side tables or kitchen counters. They do best with bright light and consistent moisture, so they suit spots you walk past often.

12. Olive tree (dwarf or faux-live blend)

Indoor olive trees, real or high-quality faux mixed with fresh stems elsewhere in the room, keep the green going in a softer, more subtle way than dark pines. The narrow leaves and lighter color keep things from feeling heavy in winter.

13. Juniper in a pot

Potted junipers can work indoors for a short season, especially on cool porches or near bright windows. They bring in that blue-green color and a slightly wild texture that pairs well with more polished furniture and decor.

14. Ferns in winter

Some ferns, like Boston or maidenhair, will tolerate indoor winter air if you keep humidity up a bit. They add a soft, full green presence that looks really good on plant stands, sideboards, or in bathrooms with windows.

15. Mixed evergreen grouping

If you don’t want to fuss with one big plant, group a few smaller evergreens on a tray or bench—maybe a Norfolk pine, a rosemary topiary, and a pothos. Vary the heights and pot styles and you’ll end up with a winter “forest” that makes the room feel more alive.