Cal Poly’s annual poinsettia sale, with thousands of plants and dozens of varieties and colors, will be held on two Saturdays, Nov. 23 and Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Poly Plant Shop.

The first sale will offer a limited supply of holiday colors, followed by a second sale in early December with additional stock.

The flowering holiday plants are grown by students working at Cal Poly’s horticulture unit, gaining hands-on experience cultivating specialty crops and learning how environmental concerns impact the crop on a day-to-day basis. 

Fourth-year plant sciences major Sabrina Correa has helped to cultivate this year’s poinsettia crop.

“This practical engagement has deepened my understanding of the complexities of greenhouse management, from controlling environmental factors to ensuring plant health and quality,” she said. “Beyond the technical expertise, this has positively impacted my confidence and reinforces my passion for my field.”

This year’s poinsettia crop offers a myriad of colors. Sizes range from small plants in 4-inch pots to large poinsettias reaching 3 feet high, in 10-inch pots. Prices range from $10 to $50.

In addition to poinsettias, the Poly Plant Holiday Sale will also feature student-made products such as the newly bottled Cal Poly olive oil, jams, honey and chocolate.

The Poly Plant Shop is located on campus off Via Carta Road. Take the Highland Drive entrance, turn left on Via Carta Road and go to the top of the hill. For more information, call the Poly Plant Shop at 805-756-1106.

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