How-to Care for Your Poinsettia

Poinsettia Intendance

Nil says "Merry Christmas" similar an exquisite poinsettia. But non all poinsettias are equal. Platt Loma Plant nursery grows its own poinsettias to provide the healthiest plants in the virtually colors possible. We plant our "babies" in July and follow a strict regimen of fertilization, irrigation, pruning, preparation and disease control. Nosotros grow the traditional robust ruby-red, but also have several pinks, whites, bi-colored, and curly carmine 'Winter Rose'. We are happy dress up your establish with a decorative foil on the pot for Gratis, add a custom made bow for a fee.

To keep your poinsettia good for you:

• Do not place your plant near cold drafts or excessive oestrus, i.east. heating ducts, ceiling fans and/or fireplaces.
• Do not expose your establish to temperatures be low 50°. Poinsettias are a tropical plant and very sensitive to cold temperatures.
• Over watering your institute and/or allowing it to stand in water will cause root rot.
• The best time to fertilize your plant is when it is in bloom. Later on blooming, fertilize with a counterbalanced all purpose fertilizer to keep your plant thriving.

Many people think poinsettias and Christmas cacti are poisonous. They can be irritating merely it is non fatal if eaten. If children and pets consume information technology, they can develop a oral cavity rash and upset breadbasket. The sap tin cause a skin rash, if you have pets keep them up and out of reach if your pet enjoys munching on your houseplants! Mistletoe should be kept where it cannot be reached by young children or pets.

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