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Did anyone notice that December 12 was National Poinsettia Day? The day was declared in honor of the death of Joel Roberts Poinsett on December 12, 1851 by an Act of Congress.  How can we overlook the man who introduced us to what is now the most popular flower during Christmas.

Joel Roberts Poinsett was born on March 2nd, 1779 in Charleston, South Carolina. As a young person he was well educated, fluent in many languages (French, Spanish, Italian, and German) and studied medicine, law, and military science. Poinsett also traveled extensively to Europe and Asia as a young man.

Poinsett served the U.S. in numerous capacities from diplomat to being a member of U.S. House of Representatives.  He was appointed as the first United States Ambassador to Mexico from 1825 – 1829 by President Madison. It was during this time that he visited the area of southern Mexico called Taxco del Alarcon and discovered what was later to become known as the poinsettia. (The Aztecs referred to the winter-blooming plant as cuetlaxochitl; its Latin name is Euphorbia pulcherrima or “the most beautiful Euphorbia.”)

Poinsett, also an avid amateur botanist, sent samples of the plant home to the States and by 1836 the plant was most widely known as the “poinsettia.”

Today poinsettias represent over 85 percent of the potted plant sales during the holiday season. While California is the top poinsettia producing state, poinsettias are commercially grown in all 50 states. If you can’t find a real poinsettia plant there are many retail outlets that sale faux poinsettias.

Joel has introduced us to more than just a colorful plant, but a traditional holiday decorative symbol. And over the holidays the floral industry generates over $220 million dollars during the holiday season.

I’m not sure what else can be done on National Poinsettia Day other than buy poinsettias. Is anyone even paying attention?

Of course there is an NCCA Bowl game in San Diego named the Poinsettia Bowl. But shouldn’t they at least play that on Dec 12?

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Celebrate this Independence Day with colorful 4th of July theme flowers and treats of red, white, and blue.

You don’t have to wait for the fireworks to celebrate Independence Day. If you plan on having a party and celebrating with family and friends you can start by decorating your home with some Patriotic Roses from Proflowers.com that are arranged in red, white, and blue, the colors of the American flag. This arrangement of roses will certainly show off your patriotic spirit.

Your 4th of July celebration doesn’t have to stop with floral bouquets. For your party or celebration Proflowers also has something for everyone to enjoy like the Patriotic Snack Basket. This assortment of red, white and blue jelly beans, strawberries and blueberries, colossal pistachios and pecans is more than a visual show of pride but a splendid assembly of flavorfull treats.

You can go all out with Hand-Dipped Star Spangled Berries. These dipped and accented with red stripes and topped with a blue star are treats that look almost too good to eat.  These red, white and blue gift assortments are perfect for sending to friends and family, in showing your warmest regards in a patriotic and memorable manner. Right now you can order the Hand-Dipped Star Spangled Berries and Save 20% off at Shari’s Berries when use this Coupon Code at checkout AJSB8!

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