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Red Poinsettia 8" Pot (Pack of 4)

Red Poinsettia 8" Pot (Pack of 4)

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Poinsettia, Red

Description

The Red Poinsettia is a popular holiday plant known for its vibrant red bracts and green foliage. Native to Mexico, it has become synonymous with Christmas decorations. Its bright colors and festive appearance make it a favorite choice for indoor holiday displays.

Suggested Uses

Poinsettias are primarily used as decorative plants during the holiday season. They are perfect for indoor displays, festive centerpieces, and as gifts. They can also be used in outdoor containers in mild climates.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Euphorbia pulcherrima
  • Common Name Common Name: Red Poinsettia
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically 1-3 feet tall
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 9-11
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Winter
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Cyclamen, Christmas Cactus

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Light, well-draining soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Protect from cold drafts
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage
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