{"id":541,"date":"2022-02-22T23:34:43","date_gmt":"2022-02-22T23:34:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?p=541"},"modified":"2019-10-01T05:06:39","modified_gmt":"2019-10-01T05:06:39","slug":"christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"CHRISTMAS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Christmas is a time for personal celebrations and traditions shared with family and friends. Flowers and plants have long played a special role in Christmas festivities and are as personal and individual as the people doing the celebrating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"554\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=554\" class=\"wp-image-554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_KalanchoeRed600-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Why We Give More Gifts Than We Receive <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"555\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=555\" class=\"wp-image-555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Kesler-FloralDesignInstitute_RedRoses-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Christmas Blog <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"556\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=556\" class=\"wp-image-556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_Christmas_Poinsettia_LisaGreen600-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Trends for Celebrating the Holidays <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"557\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=557\" class=\"wp-image-557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasKalanchoeGroup600-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Ready Your Home For Holiday Guests <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"558\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=558\" class=\"wp-image-558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holiday_ChristmasStats_600-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Holiday Floral Statistics <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"559\" data-link=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/?attachment_id=559\" class=\"wp-image-559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_Poinsettia_Red-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><strong> Poinsettias <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"170\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/ChristmasTrends_goldwhite900x170.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/ChristmasTrends_goldwhite900x170.jpg 900w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/ChristmasTrends_goldwhite900x170-300x57.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/ChristmasTrends_goldwhite900x170-768x145.jpg 768w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/ChristmasTrends_goldwhite900x170-585x111.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trends for Celebrating the Holidays in Style with Flowers<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The winter holiday season is the No. 1 floral-buying time of year.&nbsp;Great holiday arrangements begin with greenery. In ancient cultures, people believed that bringing foliage into the home during the season was lucky and guaranteed the return of vegetation in the spring. Even today, green remains a staple in holiday d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Sprucing Up Your Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Incorporate a scented pine or other greens into a centerpiece or table arrangement. Accent the greens with flowers that complement the home\u2019s d\u00e9cor.<\/li><li>Ask your florist for a bunch of evergreen, cypress or mistletoe to place throughout your home \u2013 over the threshold, in the foyer or on the mantel. Line a mantel or dining table with small evergreen topiaries or \u201cbaby\u201d Christmas trees decorated with bows or flowers.<\/li><li>Florists carry a wide selection of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aboutflowers.com\/poinsettia\/\">poinsettias<\/a>&nbsp;in pink, peach, white, plum and speckled or marbled varieties, in addition to the traditional red.<\/li><li>Whether it\u2019s a gift or for home d\u00e9cor, colorful greenery is a thoughtful and long-lasting way to send holiday cheer.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gifts of Abundance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is well known that people remember receiving flowers. In fact, according to research by the Society of American Florists, 77 percent of women can remember the last time they received flowers. Because they are a time when memories are made, there is no better time than the holidays for sending a sentiment of caring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sending flowers for the holidays is the gift of emotion. The season has a way of conjuring up feelings of nostalgia. We think about grandma\u2019s house, the cozy fireplace, the great feast and good times with family and friends. Flowers and plants are the finishing touch that make the holidays complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From wreaths to centerpieces, bulb plants and topiaries, here are best bets for the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Amaryllis and Paper White Narcissus are examples of bulb plants that if given after Thanksgiving or in early December, will bloom just in time for Christmas. Cyclamen, kalanchoe and Christmas cactus are other great flowering plant options.<\/li><li>Ask your florist to design an arrangement incorporating fruits and vegetables to create a winter harvest feeling.<\/li><li>Candles added to a centerpiece create a sense of warmth and glow to the holiday table. Shiny decorative balls incorporated into a centerpiece will reflect the light for an even more festive feel.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holiday Soirees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Consider simple elegance with a flair for fun. If you don\u2019t have a white Christmas on the outside, bring it inside, with big bunches of anemones or other white flowers.<\/li><li>Florists are now creating beautiful flower arrangements using colorful poinsettias and amaryllis \u2013 now available as cut flowers \u2013 for a stylish centerpiece.<\/li><li>Decorate a brunch table with splashes of morning hues, including oranges, yellows and reds in decorative containers, or even champagne flutes.<\/li><li>Fill a round Christmas ornament or other small holiday container with small bunches of flowers to use as place card holders for guests.<\/li><li>A palette of white and silver adds elegance to a holiday table and is expected to be a popular color scheme for the upcoming holiday season.<\/li><li>Arrangements and centerpieces in robust hues of purple and burgundy will create a sensuous, lush setting for dinners, both intimate and large.<\/li><li>If you are attending a holiday gathering, ask your florist to deliver a cheerful arrangement or holiday plant before you arrive. When you show up, you\u2019ll be the talk of the evening.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed.jpg 600w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-280x280.jpg 280w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Plants_PoinsettiaMixed-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christmas Flower Wreaths<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing says home for the holidays like a Christmas wreath made from evergreen or holly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Your&nbsp;florist&nbsp;can spruce up your wreath with a modern look. Be the first on your block with a square or oval wreath made from magnolia, ivy, lemon leaf, herbs, fruits and berries.<\/li><li>Ask your&nbsp;florist&nbsp;to create a \u201clifestyle\u201d wreath by using a single variety of flowers, foliage, berries or fruit.<\/li><li>Wreaths aren\u2019t just for your front door or the wall. Wreaths make beautiful centerpieces. Fill the center with a trio of pillar candles or with fresh fruit, candies or glistening balls.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holidayRedFlower_candle_9x6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holidayRedFlower_candle_9x6.jpg 900w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holidayRedFlower_candle_9x6-300x133.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holidayRedFlower_candle_9x6-768x341.jpg 768w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_holidayRedFlower_candle_9x6-585x260.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christmas Colors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the holiday colors of red and green, below are other festive and beautiful Christmas color combinations. For the best options for your home or loved one, consult your&nbsp;florist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Chartreuse greens with reds in deep shades.<\/li><li>Natural greens in different textures, such as: Ming fern, cedar, long needled pine and arborvitae are beautiful with twigs and deep red berries. This combination is comforting and welcoming for the holiday.<\/li><li>Think pink. Not traditional pink, but deep shades. For impact, combine pinks with red-orange. Shades of violet, sage and deep pink also work well together.<\/li><li>Red and burgundy create a warm, sophisticated look.<\/li><li>White, winter wonderland. Accent with burnished gold, not shiny gold.<\/li><li>A combination of white and silver looks elegant and makes your home sparkle.<\/li><li>Any shade of red \u2014 separate or together \u2014 accented with gold or bronze.<\/li><li>Ivory, mellow gold and cream. Pearl garlands and jewels give these colors a romantic flair.<\/li><li>Blue accents add flair.<\/li><li>Make a bold statement: Bright citrus colors of orange and lime green paired with hot pinks and teal shades.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-1024x384.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-1024x384.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-300x113.jpg 300w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-768x288.jpg 768w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-960x360.jpg 960w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-1067x400.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600-585x219.jpg 585w, https:\/\/balanceandblooms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AboutFlowers_Christmas_Plants1600x600.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Christmas Colors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the holiday colors of red and green, below are other festive and beautiful Christmas color combinations. For the best options for your home or loved one, consult your&nbsp;florist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Chartreuse greens with reds in deep shades.<\/li><li>Natural greens in different textures, such as: Ming fern, cedar, long needled pine and arborvitae are beautiful with twigs and deep red berries. This combination is comforting and welcoming for the holiday.<\/li><li>Think pink. Not traditional pink, but deep shades. For impact, combine pinks with red-orange. Shades of violet, sage and deep pink also work well together.<\/li><li>Red and burgundy create a warm, sophisticated look.<\/li><li>White, winter wonderland. Accent with burnished gold, not shiny gold.<\/li><li>A combination of white and silver looks elegant and makes your home sparkle.<\/li><li>Any shade of red \u2014 separate or together \u2014 accented with gold or bronze.<\/li><li>Ivory, mellow gold and cream. Pearl garlands and jewels give these colors a romantic flair.<\/li><li>Blue accents add flair.<\/li><li>Make a bold statement: Bright citrus colors of orange and lime green paired with hot pinks and teal shades.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aboutflowers.com\/holidays-occasions\/christmas\/\">Originally created for The Society of American Florists <\/a><\/p>\n<span class=\"et_bloom_bottom_trigger\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Christmas is a time for personal celebrations and traditions shared with family and friends. Flowers and plants have long played a special role in Christmas festivities and are as personal and individual as the people doing the celebrating. 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