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Hello Holiday Cheer!
Poinsettias, with their vibrant display of festive color, have a way of
putting us all in the Holiday Spirit. Rich full leaves in deep shades
of green surround oversize blooms in a variety of colors. This plant made
it's breathtaking debut in the United States in 1828 and quickly flourished
into the Most Popular Christmas Plant in the nation. Whether
decorating your own home or giving as a gift to friends or loved ones, the
Poinsettia is always a perfect fit!
How
to Grow: Poinsettias should be placed in indirect sunlight for
at least six hours per day.
Outstanding
Features: Contrary to popular belief, Poinsettias are NOT
poisonous, so decorate to your heart's content!
Tips: Water
your Poinsettia thoroughly when the soil feels dry to the touch.
Poinsettias do not like the cold, so avoid putting them next to cold windows
or drafty doors.
Uses:
Use Poinsettias in Holiday Displays, as Gifts for Friends and
Family, or as a Colorful Hanging Basket to Brighten Your
Room.
Colors
Available: Red, Pink, White, Winter Rose, Marble, White
Glitter, Burgundy, and Holly Point
See
Also: A
Holiday Guide to Poinsettias (PDF),
The
History of the Poinsettia (PDF),
and
Poinsettia
Plant Guide
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