THINKING POINSETTIAS? When you think of poinsettias, you probably think of the Christmas holiday season. They can evoke fond memories of friends and family get to-gethers, Christmas decorations and good food. They have been a mainstay in our holiday decoration for over 100 years. Did you know – • That there are more than 100 varieties of poinsettias?

They come in reds, pink, white, gold and multi-colors. The most popular is still red.

• The flowers on a poinsettia are actually small and yel-low. What are usually called “flowers” are actually modified leaves called “bracts”.

• Instead of tossing your poinsettia after the holiday, you can continue to grow it year-round. Many times, the color on the bracts will last well into summer. Many people continue to grow their plant for years, allowing it to grow up to 12 ft. tall!

• The poinsettia is the official birthday flower of Decem-ber

• Poinsettias traditionally symbolize celebration, success, reassurance and good cheer

To care for your poinsettia, follow these simple steps: • Keep your poinsettia warm. It is, after all, a tropical

plant, native to Mexico • Put it into a room with sufficient natural light but where

the sun won’t shine directly on it. • Keep it away from both warm and cold drafts. • Water thoroughly when the soil surface is dry. Do not

let it sit in water!

We have 28 varieties of Flower Bin Grown poinsettias in all different colors to help you with your decorating and gift giving this holiday season. Happy Holidays!

Kim, Annuals Greenhouse Manager.

SEASON’S GREETINGS

Time to trim the tree, wrap the presents and stop by The Flower Bin. We

have 28 varieties of Flower Bin Grown Poinsettias, 43 varieties of amaryllis,

plus many new items to help bring the cheer to your holiday celebrations.

Gorgeous greenery, happy houseplants, and ornaments for everyone.

Come celebrate with us!

Jeanette, Gift House Manager

A TREE FOR THE HOLIDAYS! The holiday season is a reminder for spending time with friends and family making lasting memories. This season, don’t forget about making those memories here at The Flower Bin. Come and enjoy picking out beautiful poinsettias and unique Christmas decorations with the ones you love. Now, for the focal point of your Christmas decorating: the Christmas tree. Let us assist you in picking out a fresh cut or live Christmas tree to make your family memories special. We have a variety of sizes and options available. Whether you live in a small apartment or have a large foyer that needs that wow factor, we can help you find the perfect tree. Wishing you all a wonderful and joyous holiday season!

Billie Jo-Perennials Manager

Noble Fir: Symmetrical, Dense, with a deep bluish green color. Long needles are four-sided

Frasier Fir: Uniformly pyramid shape, dark blue-green in color and have good need re-tention.

Nordmann Fir: Full with dark, green glossy, upper surface nee-dles with a silvery white

NOW IS THE TIME • Add 2" of organic material to your vegetable beds. Use Sheep, Peat and Com-

post or Organic Compost. • Apply Tree Wrap around Halloween and remove it about Easter. Trees need to

be wrapped for the first 6-7 years after planting. • Protect your roses with Rose Collars. Install rose collars around Thanksgiving,

when the ground is cold. Fill the collars with Soil Pep.. • Plan to water your lawn, trees, shrubs every 4-5 weeks through the winter.

Water on a day when the temperature is 40°F or higher. • Keep your gardening passion going indoors this winter, including organic

fertilizers, grow lights and soil. We have everything you need • Know, don’t guess. Our Diagnostic Center is open year-round to help you with

your houseplant and garden questions. Michael, Hard Goods