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Horticulture Club’s Poinsettia Sale Begins Nov. 30

The Horticulture Club’s Poinsettia Sale is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Nebraska and Nebraska East Unions; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Teaching Greenhouse West behind Plant Sciences Hall on East Campus.

“Horticulture Club’s Poinsettia Sale is coming up, and the club is excited to announce that this year’s plants are looking great,” Paige Miller, the club’s public relations officer, said.

The club offers several colors to choose from, including traditional red, white and pink, as well as marble, red glitter and ice punch. The plants are cultivated from seedlings by the club’s members and the annual holiday sale serves as a fundraiser for the organization.

Cash, check and card accepted at all locations.

Come early for the best selection!

Source : unl.edu

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