If you are looking for a statement piece for your mantle or front door, you'll love the All is Bright Cordless Garland from Grandin Road. This garland is decorated with a variety of colorful, shatterproof jewel-toned ornaments and different types of branches and greenery, as well as 50 warm white lights. We love that it's battery-operated, ready to go right out of the box (aside from adding three C batteries), and needs minimal fluffing. Aside from the lighting, it is undecorated, but you can add your own ornaments or bows (just make sure they are also weather-resistant if used outdoors). Although this is one of our most expensive options, there is a 10-year warranty on the greenery and three years on the lights. Heavy-duty wire inside the branches helps keep their shape (280 branch tips included). Some branches will need fluffing to appear more realistic, so set aside plenty of time for the task. Also, there is no timer included, so you will have to turn it on manually each day.

The combination of faux Scotch pine ( the national tree of Scotland), pistol pine, and fir branches—all made using molds of live branches and needles—looks full and lush (although the number of branch tips is not listed). Just be sure to reshape them (fluff the branches) when you take them out of the box. Pinecones and bright red berries add additional flair to this stunning holiday decoration.Suitable for indoor and covered outdoor use, the garland is perfect for placing almost anywhere you have the space, since you don't need to worry about an extension cord or outlet. The National Tree Company is known for its realistic-looking artificial Christmas trees and its garlands are just as impressive. We love this faux Crestwood Spruce option that looks like it has icy snow-covered needles in addition to pine cones and red berries, with 240 branch tips that give it a full look (once you fluff some of the branches). It's the perfect choice if you want to bring the outdoors inside so that you can enjoy the garland by a cozy fireplace. You can also use it to decorate a doorway or covered area outdoors, but it's not recommended for full, prolonged exposure to the elements.Garlands without lights can stand out on their own, and you can customize them with your own lights and ornaments. You also have more placement options and don't have to worry about plugging them in, turning them on, or replacing batteries. Decorate your fences and other outdoor spaces without worrying about bad weather, with the Red Sleigh Pre-Lit LED Artificial Sequoia Fir Commercial Garland. This is the only weather-resistant (outdoor-rated) garland on our list (all other options are recommended for outdoor covered spaces only). It also has the second most amount of lights on our list with 100 bulbs, so they will shine brightly among the faux fir (the 12-foot Frontgate Christmas Cheer Cordless Garland has 240). It's 14 inches wide and 9 feet long, so this garland will cover a large area. It's plug-in only, with a 2-foot cord, so you will most likely need an outdoor-rated extension cord if you are using it outside.

The Home Accents 9-Foot Prelit Woodmoore Artificial Christmas Garland is a great choice if you want a well-decorated option, without a lot of effort. It features classic plaid bows, red berries, and pine cones nestled among the faux pine branches. Like most artificial Christmas trees, you will need to "fluff" some of the branches by moving them out and around to make them appear more realistic and full (there are 150 branch tips, but you most likely don't need to fluff them all!). While the branches have wires hidden in them to help keep their shape, they shouldn't scratch any surfaces you place them on. Pre-lit options are the most convenient, saving you time from buying lights and wrapping them around the garland yourself. You can choose from LED or incandescent lights: LEDs are the most energy-efficient and tend to stay cooler to the touch. However, some people prefer the lighting from incandescent instead. Most of the pre-lit garlands on this list feature LED lights, aside from the Grandin All Is Bright Cordless Garland with UL-listed plug-in lights, and the National Tree Company Artificial Crestwood Spruce Christmas Garland, battery-operated option. Look for a pre-lit garland with a timer if you want to turn it on only once all season (most with timers will turn on for six hours starting at the original time each night and off for 18). The Amenon Pre-Lit Frosted Garlandhas both a timer and a remote and is the only option on our list with a range of speeds and settings, including both clear (white) and multicolored lights. While faux garland can look festive and realistic, if you want the smell of fresh greenery, there's nothing better than the real thing. The Fresh Olive Leaf & Myrtle Garland from Pottery Barn is delivered to your door fresh and fragrant and dries out over time. It won't last year after year like artificial garland, but it's a great way to add a natural element to your home for the holiday season and beyond. Jenica Currieis an editor for The Spruce, specializing in outdoor, home improvement, garden, and gift guide topics since 2020. She has tested dozens of products at home and in the lab, including solar lights, snow blowers, hose nozzles, and vacuums. Currie loves decorating for the holidays and utilizes a variety of garlands throughout her home, including pre-lit faux greenery and more trendy, non-traditional options. She loves a woodland theme but tries to mix it up every year. Currie researched dozens of garlands for this list in a range of styles and sizes, looking for high-quality options that will last year after year.We think this garland would look perfect on a mantle, doorway, staircase, and more (just note that the manufacturer recommends only putting it in a covered outdoor location, like a front porch, away from direct exposure to the elements). You can also choose a 12-foot option if you need a longer garland or even a matching wreath (sold separately). You won't have to worry about forgetting to turn the lights on your garland off or the lights burning out thanks to its 6-hour auto time feature (it turns on again after 18 hours). And since it's battery-powered, you don't have to worry about tangled cords hanging over your mantle, and you can place it almost everywhere. This garland is also available as a set of two for extra-long mantles or railings.