Poinsettias - Not Just for the Holidays!

The holidays are over, and it is never fun packing up those colorful decorations! The good news is that with a little care, your poinsettias can continue to brighten your home throughout the winter. Here are some tips for maintaining poinsettias as houseplants:

• Place in a south or west facing room with 6 hours of indirect light.

• Maintain a moderate indoor temperature of 65-70 degrees.

• Water when soil is dry to the touch.

• Be careful not to over water or leave standing water in the saucer.

• Fertilize once a month after the blooms fade. (Actual blooms are in the center of the colored leaves).