Holly (Ilex aquifolium) is famous for being a Christmas plant, but did you know it was used in ancient times to decorate statues of Saturn (the Roman god of harvest)? It was said it protected people from evil spirits and kept woodland creatures and fairies at bay. Regardless of the reason you might like it, […]
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The History of Christmas Holly: How Did It Come to Be?
One of the most popular symbols of Christmas is the Christmas Holly. With its bright red berries, Christmas Holly is a beautiful decoration that many people decorate their houses with. As popular as Christmas Holly is, not many people know the true meaning of it. If you have always wondered what the history of Holly […]
18 Plants that Survive Winter to Keep Your Garden Blooming
Winter can be a tough test when it comes to deciding what plants to have in your garden. Luckily, not all flowers dry out when it gets cold. As such. Today we are going to have a look at some plants that survive winter to see what options you have for your garden. Plants that […]