A Holiday Tradition with Heart: The Christmas Kissing Ball

As the scent of fresh evergreens fills the air and the twinkle lights go up, few decorations capture the spirit of the season quite like the Christmas kissing ball. Elegant, fragrant, and steeped in centuries of tradition, these beautiful evergreen spheres bring warmth, welcome, and a touch of romance to your holiday home.

We’re excited to share that kissing balls are now available for preorder at BCTree.farm — and will also be available for purchase at our Jacksonville Beach Christmas tree lot when we open in November. Each one is handcrafted with fresh evergreens, perfect for hanging over a doorway, porch, or entryway to greet guests in classic holiday style.

🌿 A Tradition Rooted in History

The kissing ball, sometimes called a kissing bough, has a long and enchanting story.

• Medieval & Tudor England: It began centuries ago as a symbol of goodwill and blessing during the dark days of winter. Early versions featured wooden or wire frames wrapped in evergreens, herbs, and ribbons — often with a small figure of the Christ Child at the center.

• 18th & 19th Centuries: Over time, mistletoe was added, and the tradition shifted from a solemn decoration to a more playful, romantic one. Hanging under the kissing ball became a sweet holiday custom — a place to share a kiss and a wish for good fortune in the year ahead.

• Victorian Era: These festive spheres grew more elaborate, adorned with holly, ivy, bright berries, and fragrant greens. Immigrants carried the tradition to America, where it became part of many holiday celebrations.

🎄 A Warm Welcome for the Season

Today, kissing balls are cherished as symbols of joy, hospitality, and celebration. Whether you hang one over your doorway to greet guests, display it on a porch, or use it as a centerpiece, it’s a timeless way to bring old-world charm to your modern holiday décor.

At BCTree.farm, each kissing ball is made with care using fresh evergreens from the mountains for you to finish with your own style of seasonal ribbons and accents. Their rich fragrance and natural beauty make them a perfect complement to your Christmas tree, wreaths, and garlands.

🛒 How to Get Yours

• Preorder online now: bctree.farm to reserve your kissing ball for the upcoming season.

• Visit our Jacksonville Beach lot: Opening in November, where kissing balls will be available alongside our fresh-cut Fraser fir Christmas trees and other holiday greenery.

• Supplies are limited, and these handcrafted decorations go quickly each year — preordering ensures you won’t miss out.

💫 Bring Home a Little Holiday Magic

A kissing ball is more than just a decoration — it’s a living piece of holiday history, passed down through generations and still welcoming friends and family with warmth and joy. We can’t wait to share this timeless tradition with you.

📍 BCTree.farm — Family tradition. Fresh evergreens. Holiday magic.🎄 Preorder today or visit us in Jacksonville Beach this November!