Fw: unusual holiday plants?

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From: Susan McCoy 
Sent: Friday, October 12, 2007 11:30 AM
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Subject: RE: [GWL] unusual holiday plants?

Here are some care tips that may help "Piney" survive inside.  Place the Norfolk Island Pine in an open, bright location such as on countertops, tabletops or in an office, but not in full sun. They prefer to be near a window but away from direct heat. Keep the soil moist but don't let it dry out or stand in water. Feed with a complete balanced fertilizer every month.

As a house plant, the Norfolk Island Pine naturally filters the air and adds much needed moisture to a room, especially needed during the winter. It also absorbs and breaks down harmful pollutants, giving you and your family an extra Christmas gift -- a healthier and greener environment.

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From: gardenwriters-bounces@lists.ibiblio.org [g*@lists.ibiblio.org] On Behalf Of Duane Campbell
Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2007 5:55 PM
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Subject: Re: [GWL] unusual holiday plants?

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From: <FRIELSTER@aol.com>

>A very old traditional Christmas plant that has fallen out of favor is the

> Jerusalem cherry, Solanum pseudocapsicum

That made me think of my 'Black Pearl' ornamental peppers. Very dark leaves 

that set off the fruits that are turning bright red now. Siince they're 

annuals, I was going to sacrifice them to the god of frost, but maybe I'll 

bring one or two in and see if I can nurse them through to December. And 

unlike the Solanum (which they resemble, but prettier) they aren't toxic.

There is also the Norfolk Island pine, which looks nice with Christmas 

lights. Unfortunately they really hate it indoors, and up north they aren't 

hardy outside.

D 

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