Years ago I walked into a courthouse which had a five year old poinsettia. It vined across the office, expanding at least 12 feet. I was amazed. It is poinsettia season and with this beautiful commonly red plant, comes the desire to keep one alive for as long as you can. Here are some tips to help you keep your poinsettia alive as long as possible.
1. Poke holes in the foil so it has good drainage.
2. When you pick it up from the store, make sure it is wrapped completely as to keep it from getting cold weather damaged.
3. Poinsettia's like bright indirect sunlight with little to no ventilation so keep it away from drafts and windows.
4. After it is done blooming, you may fertilize it once per month. (Do not fertilize it while it is in bloom).
5. Ideal temperatures are from 60-70 degrees.
*Most poinsettias last only 6-8 weeks, but with luck you can get yours to live as long as the one I saw in that Court House. :)
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