Arkansas Tech Prepares for Poinsettia Sale

The Arkansas Tech University Department of Agriculture is getting in the holiday spirit, as the department hosts its annual poinsettia sale on Thursday, Dec. 3, and Friday, Dec. 4.

The sale is taking place at the Arkansas Tech Greenhouses, which are located on the north end of campus, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Signs will be posted to direct shoppers to the greenhouses.

Both days of the sale, the Arkansas Tech Greenhouses will be open for shoppers from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The greenhouses are located on the north end of Tech’s campus, and signs will be posted to assist shoppers.

“I have overseen this sale for more than 30 years,” said Dr. Jim Collins, professor of agriculture at Arkansas Tech. “It has become a community tradition as a way to prepare for the holidays.”

Several traditional plants will be available for purchase. Additionally, painted and glittered plants will be up for grabs.

All plants at the sale have been cared for and grown by Arkansas Tech students.

Learn more about the Arkansas Tech Department of Agriculture.