When first introduced to the United States in 1825, poinsettias or Euphorbia pulcherrima were named “Painted Leaf” and “Mexican Fire Plant.” In 1822, Joel Roberts Poinsett, who was ambassador to ...
By Sarina Rattler As leaf cleanup continues, it also marks the time of year where the evergreens begin to shine. Many of the evergreens commonly found in landscaped yards are non-native to our area ...