“According to some traditions, radishes represent a sign of positive change in luck. Some cultures carve large radishes during the holiday season to bring good luck for the new year. Noche de Los Rábanos, held each December 23 in Oaxaca, Mexico, is a radish-carving contest.” ~ Christmas Agriculture Facts
Christmas Ag Facts: Mistletoe
“Kissing beneath mistletoe at Christmastime is a tradition that originated in Norse mythology. According to their legends, mistletoe is a symbol of love.” ~ Christmas Agriculture Facts
Christmas Ag Facts: Amaryllis
“Amaryllis is often used in Christmas decorations. During Victorian times, it symbolized strength and determination.” ~ Christmas Agriculture Facts
Christmas Ag Facts: Ivy
“According to early Catholic tradition, ivy represented the weakness of humanity due to the fragile nature of its leaves and the fact it must cling to a support to thrive. Therefore, the song, “The Holly and the Ivy” represents Christians (ivy) clinging to Christ (holly).” ~ Christmas Ag Facts
Christmas Ag Facts: Holly
“Many people use holly as a Christmas decoration. According to tradition, the sharp leaves symbolize the thorns worn by Christ, the red berries represent His blood, and the evergreen color is metaphoric for eternal life.” ~ Christmas Ag Facts
Christmas Ag Facts: Poinsettias
“Another popular Christmas plant is the poinsettia. The shape of its leaves are said to be shaped like the Star of Bethlehem. Red poinsettia leaves represent the blood of Christ, and the leaves of white poinsettia plants symbolize purity.” ~ Christmas Ag Facts
Ag Facts about the Christmas Cactus
“The legend of the Christmas Cactus dates back over 150 years, when Bolivian villagers gave Schlumbergera branches to a Jesuit missionary on Christmas Eve. The plant, which symbolizes hope and answered prayers, isn’t a cactus, but a succulent.” ~ Christmas Agriculture Facts
Ag Facts about Christmas Trees
“All 50 states produce Christmas trees, but North Carolina and Oregon account for over 50 percent of Christmas trees harvested in the United States.” ~ American Agriculture Facts
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