A Guide To Poinsettia Care

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Poinsettias can be tricky to maintain indoors even for a few weeks. These Poinsettia plant care tips can help keep yours alive and looking good.

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Poinsettias have been through it all before they even get into your hands and find a place in your home. Follow these tips to keep them looking healthy throughout the holiday season!

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A healthy, fresh Poinsettia plant will last longer. They usually come wrapped in foil so peel it back if you can to examine the plant. An indication that they’re wilting is when you see that the leaves haven’t yellowed.

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Poinsettias are Succulents and like as much bright, natural light as you can give them. Just make sure they’re not sitting in a hot or cold window touching the glass. Near a sunny window, but not in it, would be fine.

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A bit of temperature fluctuation is best. Poinsettia plants like it on the warmer (not hot) side during the day and cooler at night. It can be tricky to find that balance but do your best.

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Strike a balance with watering. Watering is critical when it comes to Poinsettia plant care. The soil should be slightly moist to the touch. If kept too dry, they’ll lose their lower leaves and start to shrivel.

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Remove the foil when you water your Poinsettia plants. You want to take your Poinsettias out of the foil (or decorative pot) so you can give it a good drink.

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