Holiday Plants as Gifts and More
When mention is made of some species, a holiday immediately comes to mind; i.e., they serve as "holiday plants." In a few cases, these "holiday plants" assume the names of the holidays with which they are associated (e.g., Christmas cactus, Easter lily). More commonly, the holiday plants are simply part of lore and celebration. Links are also provided below to shop online for holiday plant gifts.
Christmas Poinsettias
Christmas poinsettias are a holiday favorite. It is from their holiday popularity and the name of the man (Poinsett) who introduced them to Americans that "Christmas poinsettias" derive their name.
Christmas poinsettias are a holiday favorite. It is from their holiday popularity and the name of the man (Poinsett) who introduced them to Americans that "Christmas poinsettias" derive their name.
Valentine Roses - Meanings of Rose Colors
Roses are the traditional holiday plants for Valentine's Day. Each rose color symbolizes something, according to a long-used code. Before you buy roses as gifts, make sure you understand the code. Also learn how to grow rose bushes. An outline of the steps from planting rose bushes in the ground to pruning them.
Roses are the traditional holiday plants for Valentine's Day. Each rose color symbolizes something, according to a long-used code. Before you buy roses as gifts, make sure you understand the code. Also learn how to grow rose bushes. An outline of the steps from planting rose bushes in the ground to pruning them.
Shamrocks and Four-Leaf Clovers for Saint Patrick's Day
Although often associated with each other as St. Patrick's Day holiday plants, the shamrock tradition is quite distinct from the 4-leaf clover tradition. Find out why. Also discover why some regard clover as a low-maintenance alternative to lawn grass.
Although often associated with each other as St. Patrick's Day holiday plants, the shamrock tradition is quite distinct from the 4-leaf clover tradition. Find out why. Also discover why some regard clover as a low-maintenance alternative to lawn grass.
Christmas Holly
Not all holiday plants are sold as planted specimens. At Christmas, for instance, harvested holly boughs, mistletoe sprigs and Christmas trees are sold for ornamentation, and thereafter disposed of. But holly is also a landscaping plant of exceptional versatility. Some type of holly can be grown almost anywhere in the U.S. (zones 3-11).
Not all holiday plants are sold as planted specimens. At Christmas, for instance, harvested holly boughs, mistletoe sprigs and Christmas trees are sold for ornamentation, and thereafter disposed of. But holly is also a landscaping plant of exceptional versatility. Some type of holly can be grown almost anywhere in the U.S. (zones 3-11).
The Holly and the Ivy
The holly and the ivy have been intertwined for ages -- and not only in the Christmas carol by that name. This article on "The Holly and the Ivy" looks at the plant symbology with which these holiday plants were invested in medieval times.
The holly and the ivy have been intertwined for ages -- and not only in the Christmas carol by that name. This article on "The Holly and the Ivy" looks at the plant symbology with which these holiday plants were invested in medieval times.
Christmas Holiday Plants - Kissing Under the Mistletoe
Kiss and forget. At Christmas we kiss under the mistletoe, then forget about this unusual holiday plant for another year. But there’s more to this mistletoe than kisses: Druids and Norse, diverse botany, medical controversy, literary fame. And how about the origin of the term?
Kiss and forget. At Christmas we kiss under the mistletoe, then forget about this unusual holiday plant for another year. But there’s more to this mistletoe than kisses: Druids and Norse, diverse botany, medical controversy, literary fame. And how about the origin of the term?
History of the Christmas Tree
There were times in history when it was dangerous to celebrate the holidays by decorating with evergreens. But now, we are so sold on the idea that we can't decide which we prefer during the holidays: decorating the landscape or decorating indoors. Outdoor lighting, whether with candles or electricity, enhances other ornaments greatly.
There were times in history when it was dangerous to celebrate the holidays by decorating with evergreens. But now, we are so sold on the idea that we can't decide which we prefer during the holidays: decorating the landscape or decorating indoors. Outdoor lighting, whether with candles or electricity, enhances other ornaments greatly.
Chrysanthemum Flowers
Labor Day falls in summer, but for many, it marks the transition from summer to autumn and signals that it's time to switch to a fall decor. Part of that decor is often chrysanthemum flowers. Labor Day isn't traditionally celebrated with any holiday plants, per se; but if we had to ascribe a flower to Labor Day, it would certainly be chrysanthemums.
Labor Day falls in summer, but for many, it marks the transition from summer to autumn and signals that it's time to switch to a fall decor. Part of that decor is often chrysanthemum flowers. Labor Day isn't traditionally celebrated with any holiday plants, per se; but if we had to ascribe a flower to Labor Day, it would certainly be chrysanthemums.
Gerbera Daisy Flowers
Gerber daisies are sometimes referred to as "gerbera" daisy flowers, because the latter is the spelling of their scientific name. Whether called "gerber" or "gerbera" daisies (or "African," another common name), they are spectacular, but tender flowers. While not associated with any particular celebration, they are popular holiday plants.
Gerber daisies are sometimes referred to as "gerbera" daisy flowers, because the latter is the spelling of their scientific name. Whether called "gerber" or "gerbera" daisies (or "African," another common name), they are spectacular, but tender flowers. While not associated with any particular celebration, they are popular holiday plants.
The Poinsettia: Symbol of Christmas
Poinsettias are popular holiday plants. A common post-Christmas question regards how to care for them as houseplants, and how to get them to bloom for next Christmas. "While this can be done, it’s a very fussy, exacting process," notes Marie Iannotti, About's Gardening Guide, "and since the plants are not that expensive, you might just choose to start fresh next year."
Poinsettias are popular holiday plants. A common post-Christmas question regards how to care for them as houseplants, and how to get them to bloom for next Christmas. "While this can be done, it’s a very fussy, exacting process," notes Marie Iannotti, About's Gardening Guide, "and since the plants are not that expensive, you might just choose to start fresh next year."
The Christmas Rose
In contrast to poinsettias, Christmas rose is more likely to be found in the garden than in a florist shop. It is associated with Christmas not so much because it is given as a gift for Christmas, as because you may see it bloom in December if you live in a warm enough climate (at least zone 7).
In contrast to poinsettias, Christmas rose is more likely to be found in the garden than in a florist shop. It is associated with Christmas not so much because it is given as a gift for Christmas, as because you may see it bloom in December if you live in a warm enough climate (at least zone 7).
Cyclamen: A Christmas Favorite
Perhaps you've received a cyclamen, and you're wondering about the proper care for it. Luckily, you won't need a green thumb, just information on the proper potting soil, water, humidity, fertilizer, light and temperature. Marie Iannotti, About's Gardening Guide, tells you about all that and more in this article.
Perhaps you've received a cyclamen, and you're wondering about the proper care for it. Luckily, you won't need a green thumb, just information on the proper potting soil, water, humidity, fertilizer, light and temperature. Marie Iannotti, About's Gardening Guide, tells you about all that and more in this article.
Easter Lilies
Learn all about Easter lilies in this article from Marie Iannotti, About's Guide to Gardening. Marie provides sound advice on selecting and caring for Easter lilies. As a bonus, Marie notes, "It may be possible to plant your Easter Lily outdoors and have it bloom again for you," and she tells you what you need to do if you wish to try it.
Learn all about Easter lilies in this article from Marie Iannotti, About's Guide to Gardening. Marie provides sound advice on selecting and caring for Easter lilies. As a bonus, Marie notes, "It may be possible to plant your Easter Lily outdoors and have it bloom again for you," and she tells you what you need to do if you wish to try it.
Cut Flowers, Arrangements, Holiday Plants
Send holiday plants, exotic flower bouquets, roses or romantic gift baskets on Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthdays, anniversaries, or for funerals at low cost in the USA & Canada through BeautifulFlowers4Sale.com. Many recipients prefer holiday plants over cut flowers, as they can be kept longer and in some cases even planted outside later.
Send holiday plants, exotic flower bouquets, roses or romantic gift baskets on Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthdays, anniversaries, or for funerals at low cost in the USA & Canada through BeautifulFlowers4Sale.com. Many recipients prefer holiday plants over cut flowers, as they can be kept longer and in some cases even planted outside later.