Japanese oranges
Traditionally, people often place oranges in Christmas stockings. This practice dates back to the 19th century when oranges were considered a rare and special treat, symbolizing wealth and abundance. Other fruits like apples and tangerines may also be included, adding a festive touch to the holiday celebrations.
Mandarin Oranges or tangerines are most often found in Christmas stockings
Japanese oranges, a gift from the east, have been a favorite of children living in the Canadian prairies for the past 110 years.
Stockings only became well known around 1870, and to start with, they contained fruit like oranges and apples (which were fairly rare during the winter). When factories started to become common, mass-produced toys became available, and people would put toys into the stockings as well.
Japanese oranges
Oranges are often found in the stockings of children on the Canadian prairies as a traditional Christmas treat.
Children in Canadian prairies typically find oranges in their stockings, which is a traditional Christmas gift. Oranges were once considered a luxury in this region due to the difficulty in obtaining fresh fruit during the winter months.
Mandarin oranges or tangerines are most often found in Christmas stockings
The common fruit found in stockings in Canadian prairies is likely an orange. Oranges were traditionally placed in Christmas stockings as a treat, and this tradition has been passed down through generations. Oranges were a special and rare gift in colder climates, making them a cherished addition to holiday celebrations in the prairies.
Cookies and milk is the tradition but if you'd like to be a bit healthier, put out some oranges or nuts.
Well, stockings, obviously.