Traditional Christmas plants are generally evergreen and easy to grow, which means you can do so at any time of the year. In this article, we look at the basics of growing holly and poinsettia. We also give a brief history of mistletoe, but as it is a parasitic plant, we think it best not to purposefully grow the plant without consulting an expert, in order to avoid any damage to your crops or garden plants.
HOLLY
Holly belongs to the genus Ilex, which comprises over 570 species. The species include evergreen or deciduous trees, as well as shrubs and climbers. They are generally slow-growing plants, and some species can reach heights of up to 25m. The genus is widespread and grows in numerous climates, from the tropics to more temperate regions.
Common holly (Ilex aquifolium) is used in Christmas decorations. This species has alternate, simple leaves. The leaves are also glossy, thick and leathery, and are well known for their soikv ooints and serrated edees.
The inconspicuous
