Farms, Food and You

'Tis the Season for Poinsettias

December 14, 2022 NC State University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Farms, Food and You
'Tis the Season for Poinsettias
Show Notes

The quintessential Christmas shrub, the Poinsettia, has deep roots in Central America. But how did this plant get from there to an iconic holiday image? We chat with Brain Jackson, professor of horticultural science, to learn more about the plant's history and its future.