Gardener’s Corner

HOLIDAY PLANTS

For 2021, Holly may be in our thoughts! Holly stands for good luck! The ancient Romans and Greeks were the first to deck their halls with boughs of holly. Holly bushes always stay green, and need little to no maintenance, even during the harshest winters. For those of us in the northern climates, Winterberry holly is a native plant worth growing. The ancients believed the bush was sacred. Romans would send holly wreaths to friends, family, and especially newlyweds gifts of goodwill and good wishes.

Mistletoe is known for romance, the kiss under the mistletoe! While the norse mythology isn’t nearly as pleasant, today, kissing under the mistletoe today indicates forthcoming happiness and fertility.

Mistletoe is also said to be used in other unusual ways, such as placing it above a baby’s bed for protection from evil spirits. A sprig placed under the pillow of a young girl is said to inspire the dreams of her future husband.Humans have had some interesting traditions through the centuries!!

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