Holiday plant legends and lore

The legend of the poinsettia has a Mexican origin, and its name comes from Joel Poinsett, a U.S. ambassador to Mexico.The holidays are here, and you are probably seeing many traditional holiday plants for sale at your favorite flower shop and garden center. Knowing a bit about their lore can be something fun to share at holiday gatherings.The traditional carol “The Holly and the...

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