What is the best selling potted plant in the U.S. and Canada? The Poinsettia is by far the most widely purchased flowering plant with lots of shapes, colors, and uses for decorating.
Poinsettia – History and Legends
Poinsettias are the quintessential Christmas flower that traveled here from Mexico in the early 1800's. It has been bred for over a hundred years for longer lasting flowers and dozens of color combinations. Known originally for the bright scarlet coloration, Poinsettias now come in a full palette of beautiful colors and are easy to care for.