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| No matter what colour of poinsettia you choose, the guidelines for choosing the best one, and its subsequent care, are the same. The vivid colours don't come from the flowers, they come from the bracts. The real flowers are in the centre of these bracts. Look for tight buds on these greenish-yellow flowers. If they're fully open, or if they've fallen out entirely, that plant is past its prime.
The colour of the bracts and the foliage should be strong, with dense foliage extending all the way down to the pot. Plants should have sturdy stems, with no signs of wilting or breakage. All of these are indicators that the poinsettia has been grown with enough space, which they need to flourish. Never buy a poinsettia that is still in its plastic or paper sleeve. The plant gives off ethylene gas, and when it's trapped within the sleeve it causes the foliage to fall off prematurely. However, when transporting your poinsettia home from the garden centre it should be sleeved to protect it from the cold. Even a short exposure to winter temperatures can cause leaf drop. Poinsettias like six hours of bright, indirect natural light. Allow the soil to dry slightly on top before watering. Locate them where they won't be exposed to hot or cold drafts. They prefer average room temperatures, so if you're comfortable, so is your poinsettia. |
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