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A red amaryllis in full bloom — a classic winter holiday plant known for its dramatic, trumpet-shaped flowers and tall, sturdy stalk.

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Lifestyles, Local News

January 5, 2026

Holiday plants to give, keep, compost

By REBECCA NORTON RYAN Penn State Extension Master Gardener

Our beautiful holiday season is quickly coming to an end. At our house we aren’t ready to put away...

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