Magic and mystery of
Christmas plants
Kisses under the mistletoe, wreaths of holly and ivy and tinsel
topped Christmas trees - these are just some of the associations
we make with plants at Christmas.
 Kew
has many historical links with the Christmas tree. This continues
today, with a wide range of species being grown at Wakehurst Place.
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Plants such as mistletoe, holly, ivy, frankincense and myrrh are
synonymous with Christmas. They are also important in trade, in
the UK and across the world.
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 Have
you ever wanted to know more about the origins of festive foods
such as cinnamon and nutmeg? We profile eight of our favourite Plum
Pudding ingredients.
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Pot pourri has come a long way since the days of a bowl of dyed
wood shavings. Kew has identified more than 300 plants from around
the world that are now used.
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Seasonal berries have wide-ranging importance, from their symbolic
use, through to their crucial role in supporting wildlife in woodlands
& hedgerows.
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more >>>
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