Holidays 12 December 2025 · Society of Ordinary Gentlemen

Holidays 12 December 2025

🌺National Poinsettia Day🌺

These festive plants, with their vibrant red and green foliage, add a cheerful touch to homes during the holiday season.

Conversely, the red plant itself burns a brighter red when set off by the green than when it grows among its peers. In the bed I always reserved for poinsettia seedlings, there was little to distinguish one plant from its neighbors. My poinsettia did not turn scarlet until I planted it in new surroundings. Color is not something one has, color is bestowed on one by others.

Arthur Japin

National Poinsettia Day brings a delightful opportunity to celebrate the ever popular red flower used around the Christmas holiday season. When looking at a Poinsettia, all we can think of is “The Poinsettia is to Christmas like a pumpkin is to Halloween” But where is the Poinsettia from, and how did it become a Christmas staple? That’s why we’re here to find out what National Poinsettia Day is all about!

🌺How To Celebrate National Poinsettia Day🌺

To celebrate National Poinsettia Day, Poinsettia flowers are displayed on the Dia de le Virgen, or Virgin’s Day on December 12th in Mexico. In the United States, there might be parades or other activities that include Poinsettias to commemorate Joel Poinsett’s discovery of the plant in the month of December.

Individuals can join in on the day by purchasing or displaying a poinsettia in their homes. Businesses such as florists, plant stores or nurseries might consider honoring National Poinsettia Day by hosting events and activities that will bring people in, such as special discounts or sales, workshops, learning opportunities and more!

🌺History of National Poinsettia Day🌺

National Poinsettia Day was made official in 2002 when it was declared by the United States Congress. This date was chosen for the observation at it marks the death of Joel R. Poinsett, who is responsible for bringing the flower to the US.

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