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Poinsettias - worth saving?

1/3/2019

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Whether you bought one your self or were gifted a poinsettia, they can be kept as a houseplant. Now, getting them to bloom is a totally different story.

First off, poinsettias are a tropical plant. That means they don't appreciate the weather in the great white north. So keep them away from windows where temperature changes can affect their sensitivities.

Being tropical, they appreciate light, humidity and even watering. You can keep them out of direct sunlight, but they like bright light -- at least six hours a day. (That in it self may be hard to find in December in North Dakota.)

Temperatures should be 65-70-degrees, and the soil kept moist, but not sopping wet. That means if repotting, put them in a pot with drainage.


If you are determined to force your plant to bloom again in time for Christmas, follow these tips from LOWES.COM.
  • Water less (about once a week) after the blooms and leaves drop or shrivel. The plant needs this rest period after its blooming season.
  • Cut back the stems to half their size in March or April. When new growth begins to appear, it is safe to resume a more normal watering and feeding schedule. Use regular houseplant food and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Move the plant outdoors when the outside nighttime temperatures rise above 55°F.
  • Provide light, but avoid placing it in direct sunlight.
  • Plant the poinsettia in the ground or leave it in the pot if you wish. Repotting may be necessary at the end of summer after the plant has grown. If the poinsettia is planted in the ground, you can expect a shrub-like plant during the summer.
  • Pinch back new growth in June, July or August to promote a bushier plant.

Good luck with your newest houseplant - but if want my advice ... buy a new plant next December and call it good. Listen to the Main Street Eats episode on poinsettias by clicking the logo on the home page or HERE.
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