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African daisies are members of the genus Osteospermum, part of the sunflower and daisy family Asteraceae.  They are also sometimes known as daisybushes, Cape daisies, or blue-eyed daisies.

Like other daisies, African daisies have large, beautiful flowers that come in many different colors.  These include white, pink, purple, yellow, orange, and variegated (hybrids consisting of more than one color).  Some African daisies bloom twice during the summer.  Others bloom earlier in the spring and last longer but do not bloom a second time.  There are approximately 70 species of African daisies in total, all of which are native to southern and eastern Africa and the Arabian peninsula.


African daisies are popular in gardens, though they must be planted annually due to their sensitivity to cold temperatures.  They are also difficult to grow from seed, but can be propagated via cuttings.  African daisies like warm temperatures and full sun, but can tolerate partial shade.  They prefer well-fertilized soil that has good drainage and doesn't get too dry.

When it's time to buy flowers this year, consider looking for African daisies at your local nursery.  You'll love walking through your garden and seeing their bright, beautiful blooms.

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Chrysanthemums (also known as "mums") are the most commercially grown flower in the United States.  They are also nicknamed the "Queen of Fall Flowers."  Chrysanthemums are popular in other countries across the globe, too, with many interesting and unique significances depending on the culture.

Chrysanthmums were first grown in China around the 15th century BC.  The species eventually spread to Jpaan and then the rest of the world.  By 1630, over 500 varieties were known.  In Japan, chrysanthemums symbolize happiness, immortality, and the sun.  They are also a symbol of the Japanese imperial family – the "Chrysanthemum Throne."  In the United States, chrysanthemums are some of the most popular seasonal fall decorations.  They come in a wide range of colors and can survive in colder temperatures compared to other flowers.

 
Chrysanthemums are beautiful plants mostly used for decoration, but there are some species with culinary uses, too.  Certain chrysanthemum flowers can be dried and used in tea, while the leaves of these plants can be sautéed or used in soups (most commonly in Chinese or Japanese cuisines).
 
In 2020, the United States Postal Service pictured a chrysanthemum on a Global Forever stamp.  Given the flower's global popularity, it was a fitting choice.

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Succulents – plants with fleshy leaves and stems that store water – can be found decorating homes all over the world.  Their vivid colors and interesting shapes have made them a favorite ornamental plant.

The reason succulents have become so popular is their exotic appearance and ease of care.  These plants thrive in warm temperatures with low humidity and little water – perfect conditions for a houseplant.  Succulents make eye-catching additions to home decor, too.  Some are green, while others have bright accents like blue, yellow or red.  Each variety has interestingly shaped leaves and grows in a unique way:  Some are tall and sprawling while others grow close together and near the ground.  Anyone can find a type that suits their style.

One of the most popular succulent species is “hen and chicks.”  This variety consists of many leaves clustered together, resembling a flower – like the echeveria on this stamp.  The main plant (hen) stays fairly small, but will produce lots of sprouts (chicks) that grow nearby.  Before long, they will fill up a garden.

With their hardiness and striking appearance, succulents have been used for more than just potted plants.  They are found in centerpieces, bouquets and even boutonnières and corsages.  These one-of-a-kind plants are sure to be popular for many years to come.

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Native to Mexico, the Aztecs called poinsettias Cuetlaxochitl, which means “flower that withers, mortal flower that perishes like all that is pure.”  According to Aztec tradition, these plants were a gift from the gods and their blood red coloring was to be a reminder of the sacrifices the gods made to create the universe.

Poinsettias were first associated with Christmas in the 16th century.  Legend tells of a young girl too poor to buy a gift for Jesus’s birthday.  An angel saw her crying and told her to collect weeds as a gift, and miraculously, her tears transformed those weeds into lush red blossoms.  The people of Mexico called these plants Flor de Noche Buena, meaning Christmas Eve Flower.

In another legend, Franciscan friars decorated a nativity scene for Christmas.  During their mass, the Star of Bethlehem passed overhead and the plants changed from green to red.  From then on, the red plants became a symbol of the blood of Christ and were closely associated with Christmas.

Up until the 1800s, poinsettias weren’t found in the US.  The man responsible for bringing these plants to America was Joel Roberts Poinsett (1799-1851).  Although he had graduated from medical school, Poinsett’s true love was botany and traveling to exotic locations.  Poinsett toured Europe extensively, as well as the most remote regions of Russia.  Upon his return to the US, Poinsett was appointed to serve as the nation’s first ambassador to Mexico.

While in Mexico in 1828, Poinsett discovered a tree-like plant with brilliant red leaves.  He sent some plants to his home in South Carolina, where they were propagated and given to friends and local botanical gardens.  Before long, the plant became widely known by a new name – “poinsettia.”

While Poinsett had introduced the plant to America, it was another family who would help make poinsettias a Christmas season staple – the Ecke family.  After emigrating from Germany in 1900, Albert Ecke opened a dairy and orchard before becoming interested in poinsettias.  He started selling them on a street stand and instilled an interest in the plant in his son Paul.

When he grew older, Paul developed a grafting technique that produced a fuller plant (poinsettias in the wild look more like weeds).  In turn, his son, Paul, Jr., also took an interest in the plant.  Paul Jr. changed how the plants were sent – instead of sending mature plants by train, he sent cuttings by plane.  He also gave free plants to TV stations to decorate their sets between Thanksgiving and Christmas, helping to promote them in the eyes of the public.  Paul Jr. even appeared as a guest on The Tonight Show and other programs to talk about poinsettias.

For decades, the Ecke family dominated the poinsettia market because their grafting technique produced the most attractive plants.  Then in the late 1980s, a botanist discovered their technique and published it, so many other companies could grow comparable plants.  But the Ecke family remained one of the largest sellers of poinsettias into the 2000s.  Over the years, botanists have also found ways to grow poinsettias in over 100 colors.  The red blooms of the plants are actually leaves and the flowers are the small knobs of yellow, red and green in the center.

In 2002, the US House of Representatives passed a bill establishing December 12 as National Poinsettia Day.  The day was selected because it’s the date of Joel Roberts Poinsett’s death.  December 12 is also the Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe in Mexico.

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