Holiday Wreaths 2019 Forever Postage Stamps Self-Adhesive Booklet for Holiday Mail

Part of what makes the holiday season so enjoyable is the beauty and nostalgia of the many different decorations. There is garland, twinkling lights, jolly snowmen, Christmas trees, and, of course, wreaths.

Holly and ivy have been symbols of the holiday season since the early 1800s.  They are featured in the famous carol “The Holly and the Ivy” and are used as decorations in homes all over the world.

Like the other evergreen plants found during the winter season, holly and ivy have a variety of decorative uses.  They are draped over the mantle, wrapped around staircase banisters, used to frame doorways, and even included in holiday wreaths.  Holly is especially popular due to its bright red berries, but some species of ivy produce berries as well (though they are usually white or pale yellow).