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Where do poinsettias grow best?
Plant them in a sunny, well-drained location protected from north winds and frost. The south side of a house or wall is usually a good spot. Make sure the location receives no artificial light at night from flood lights, street lights or porch lights, as this can prevent poinsettias from blooming properly.
Why is a poinsettia a Christmas plant?
Crimson blossoms sprouted from the weeds and became poinsettias. From the 17th century, Franciscan friars in Mexico included the plants in their Christmas celebrations. The star-shaped leaf pattern is said to symbolize the Star of Bethlehem, and the red color represents the blood sacrifice of Jesus’s crucifixion.
What is the September birth flower?
Aster
The birth flowers of September are Aster and Morning Glory. Aster is a flower that has a similar look to a Daisy, and the flower contains a star-shaped head. It blooms in an array of colors such as purple, white, red, and pink, where various colors of flowers signify some specific meaning.
Where does the name of the Poinsettia come from?
The poinsettia is native to Mexico. It has green and brightly-colored, red leaves. The English name for this plant comes from Joel Roberts Poinsett (1779-1851), who was the first United States Minister to Mexico and the 15th U.S. Secretary of War.
When is National Poinsettia Day in the United States?
Poinsettias are popular Christmas decorations in homes, churches, offices, and elsewhere across North America. They are available in large numbers from grocery, drug, and hardware stores. In the United States, December 12 is National Poinsettia Day.
How tall does a Poinsettia Tree grow in India?
Poinsettia leaves, bracts, and flowers at Jayanti in Buxa Tiger Reserve of West Bengal, India. Euphorbia pulcherrima is a shrub or small tree, typically reaching a height of 0.6–4 metres (2–13 ft).