{"id":1820,"date":"2022-09-05T12:57:06","date_gmt":"2022-09-05T12:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/?p=1820"},"modified":"2022-09-05T12:57:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-05T12:57:06","slug":"how-to-care-for-poinsettias","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/2022\/09\/05\/how-to-care-for-poinsettias\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care for Poinsettias &#8211; 9 Easy &amp; Excellent Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e05d9080 gb-container-global-spacing\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p>Poinsettia plants are often thrown away and replaced each year. However, there&#8217;s more than meets the eye when it comes to the colorful flower. They can be kept happy for a really long time, blooming over and over &#8211; if you know how to care for poinsettias properly!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, poinsettias can be found in a range of colors including cream and pink. They were traditionally used by the Aztecs in Central America for medicinal purposes and have become a staple of seasonal decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When kept alive for long enough the poinsettia plant can reach quite impressive sizes and create a striking impression. I\u2019ve put together a comprehensive guide on how to make your poinsettia plant last, and how to get it to rebloom the following season &#8211; so let\u2019s get into it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-0b4833bf gb-headline-text\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#Caring-for-Poinsettias-\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Caring-for-Poinsettias-\">Caring for Poinsettias<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Buying-Poinsettias\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Buying-Poinsettias\">Buying Poinsettias<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Lighting-Requirements\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Lighting-Requirements\">Lighting<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Watering-Poinsettias\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Watering-Poinsettias\">Watering Poinsettias<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Temperature-Requirements\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Temperature-Requirements\">Temperature<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Feeding-the-Poinsettia-\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Feeding-the-Poinsettia-\">Feeding<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Flowering-Your-Poinsettia\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Flowering-Your-Poinsettia\">Flowering<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Humidity-Requirements\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Humidity-Requirements\">Humidity<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Can-You-Put-a-Poinsettia-In-a-Vase?\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Can-You-Put-a-Poinsettia-In-a-Vase?\">Can You Put a Poinsettia In a Vase?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Problems-With-Your-Poinsettia-\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Problems-With-Your-Poinsettia-\">Problems with Poinsettia<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Getting-the-Most-Out-of-Your-Poinsettias\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Getting-the-Most-Out-of-Your-Poinsettias\">Getting the Most Out of Your Poinsettias<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9e79c5e9 gb-headline-text\" id=\"Caring-for-Poinsettias-\">Caring for Poinsettias&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Poinsettias, also known as the red Christmas flower or <em>Euphorbia pulcherrima <\/em>are a beautiful plant that can be grown indoors as a houseplant all year round. They are native to Mexico and so thrive in bright, indirect light with warm, humid temperatures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s some key information when caring for a poinsettia:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/poinsettia-care.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/poinsettia-care.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/poinsettia-care-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Euphorbia genus (the group of plants in which poinsettias belong) comprises around 2,100 species all with very different needs. Most often, Euphorbia as a label will be referring to an African Milk cactus. This plant is totally different from a poinsettia and needs very different care. Just make sure when researching, or buying plants that you are aware of the common name and the latin name.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s super easy to mix them up when researching. In fact, there are so many different plants in this genus as it is the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Euphorbia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fourth largest genus of flowering plants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2704986b gb-headline-text\" id=\"Buying-Poinsettias\">Buying Poinsettias<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since they\u2019re so popular as a seasonal decoration, it\u2019s pretty easy to find poinsettia flowers in all sorts of shops. This is great for convenience but can also mean they\u2019re not in the best condition. If possible, I\u2019d recommend wrapping them up for the journey home from the shop so you can avoid any cold which can be fatal for a poinsettia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main thing to look out for is wilting leaves.When it comes to poinsettia care this is actually one of the most important things to know. Wilting leaves are a sure fire sign that the plant is on its way out, often indicating that the plant has not been kept warm enough. Poinsettias that are on sale near a door or window often die quickly because of the draught.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exposure to temperatures below 54\u00baF\/ 12\u00baC can seriously damage the flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>It\u2019s also worth checking the soil; if it\u2019s soaking wet or totally dry it\u2019s probably not receiving great care and therefore might not last much longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A quick additional tip: the colorful bracts (which are the actual flowers) are a great indicator of the health of the plant. If the bracts are intact and tight, the quality of the plant is likely good.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Helathy-poinsettia-bract-vs-unhealthy-poinsettia-bract.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/Helathy-poinsettia-bract-vs-unhealthy-poinsettia-bract.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/Helathy-poinsettia-bract-vs-unhealthy-poinsettia-bract-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/Helathy-poinsettia-bract-vs-unhealthy-poinsettia-bract-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-75441351 gb-headline-text\">Lighting Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Poinsettias need <strong>bright, indirect <\/strong>light.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that they should be near a south-facing window but not directly next to a light source. East-facing windows are also suitable, just place them a little bit closer and they will appreciate the morning sun. If you find that the light is strong enough to cast a distinct shadow, it\u2019s probably too bright.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/orange-and-cream-poinsettia-flower-in-indirect-light.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/orange-and-cream-poinsettia-flower-in-indirect-light.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/orange-and-cream-poinsettia-flower-in-indirect-light-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll know if they get too much light because the flowers and leaves will be crisp and potentially have brown patches where they\u2019ve been sunburnt. If you find that they are growing slowly or seem pale and limp that\u2019s a sign that the poinsettias need more light than they are currently getting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5f9c09ff gb-headline-text\">Watering Poinsettias<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with many plants, it\u2019s important to strike a proper balance. Too much water will lead to root rot which is fatal, too little and it\u2019ll lose its leaves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To know when to water, lift the pot up and see how it feels. If the pot feels lighter than usual, and the soil looks dry then it\u2019s probably time to water. If you keep your poinsettia super warm or near a radiator that could mean watering everyday. A plant kept near a radiator will need extra water and humidity as the heating dries out the air. If your poinsettia goes crispy it would be better to move it away from a radiator.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I personally recommend bottom watering.You probably only need to do this once a week, but again it depends on the conditions you keep the plant in. Bottom watering helps to saturate the soil more evenly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To bottom water effectively run some tepid water (or allow the water to stand and come to room temperature before watering) in a sink, bath, tub or anything similar. Leave the plants in for twenty minutes or so to drink as much water as they want. Lift the plants out of the water and hold them up allowing extra water to drain away before returning them to their regular location.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Top-watering-vs-bottom-watering-your-plant-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2743\" width=\"384\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/Top-watering-vs-bottom-watering-your-plant-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/Top-watering-vs-bottom-watering-your-plant-1-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use room temperature water for your poinsettia plants &#8211; if you ever see a website recommending using an ice cube to water plants RUN! Super cold or hot water will shock the plant and probably kill it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If in doubt always stay on the drier side &#8211; you can always water more but you can\u2019t fix overwatering.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2875f409 gb-headline-text\">Temperature Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Poinsettias are best suited for bedrooms and living rooms. If possible try to keep them away from doorways and fireplaces, but if you do keep them near a warm draft, accommodate the change with a humidifier and extra water.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, these plants are native to Mexico so the best care for them is to replicate their natural environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-315bc379 gb-headline-text\">Feeding the Poinsettia&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"132\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/houseplant-focus-.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2738 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/houseplant-focus-.png 132w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/houseplant-focus--104x300.png 104w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 132px) 100vw, 132px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>I\u2019d recommend fertilizing your poinsettia plants with a liquid feed according to the packet instructions. I like the houseplant focus one best (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Houseplant-Balanced-Liquid-Concentrated-Fertiliser\/dp\/B003WOJJGW\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">buy it here<\/a>). Poinsettias will benefit from a high potassium fertilizer, you can use tomato feed too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only start fertilizing the poinsettia plant once they are no longer in bloom, unless you are only keeping them for the holiday season. If you want to keep them long term then start fertilizing once the colorful bracts have faded away.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-96ea4df5 gb-headline-text\">Flowering Your Poinsettia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be a little tricky to get poinsettias to re-flower after the first Christmas but here are the main tips that can help:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/pink-and-white-poinsettia-flower-bloom.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2741\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/pink-and-white-poinsettia-flower-bloom.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/pink-and-white-poinsettia-flower-bloom-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Remove any dying, diseased or fading parts of the leaves or flowers. These are stealing energy from the potential new blooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around April or May it\u2019s time to prune. Cut the stems back around 4inches (10cm) and repot the plant into a larger container. Feed your poinsettias every few weeks from this point on until the end of active growth season (basically when it gets chilly out). Also in April time, begin to decrease how much water the poinsettia is receiving, do it gradually in order to avoid shocking the plant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around summer time, ideally July, give the poinsettia another prune, removing about an inch (2-3cm). I\u2019d also recommend another prune in early autumn, trimming a few inches to promote side branching. Always make sure that when you prune you leave a few leaves on each shoot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When winter begins to show its face, it\u2019s important to alert the plant that short days are coming. To do this, the plant will need 12 hours of bright daylight followed by 12 hours of darkness. This encourages the poinsettia flowers to bloom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any exposure to light affects the internal clock of the plant and can delay the flowering process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f8cfe69b gb-headline-text\">Humidity Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Poinsettias love a more humid environment &#8211; tons of people recommend misting but I strongly advise that you do not do this. Create a humid environment using a humidifier if need be, you check out our guide for finding the best one here &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/basics\/growing\/best-humidifier-for-plants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 best humidifiers for plants<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Misting encourages pests and sunburn by creating pools of stagnant water &#8211; I highly recommend you do not let any water sit in your plant or pot.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/blue-and-orange-poinsettia-flower-blooms-covered-in-glitter.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/blue-and-orange-poinsettia-flower-blooms-covered-in-glitter.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/blue-and-orange-poinsettia-flower-blooms-covered-in-glitter-300x275.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, if you want to boost humidity in your home without spending any money on a humidifier there\u2019s a few DIY tricks. Try grouping plants together &#8211; plants lose moisture in their leaves, so by grouping many plants together they create a more humid microclimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c3ba00a3 gb-headline-text\" id=\"Can-You-Put-a-Poinsettia-In-a-Vase?\">Can You Put a Poinsettia In a Vase?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As well as being grown as houseplants, poinsettias can also be displayed as flowers in a vase. Luckily, I know a few tricks to make poinsettia flowers last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After cutting your poinsettia stem, immediately place the stem into a cup of hot water, around 20 seconds of this treatment seals in the sap. Then, dip into a cup of cold water for 10 seconds. This trick can help your poinsettia flowers last up to two weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Be careful, the milky sap in the stems of the poinsettia can cause skin and eye irritation.<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bbce9f82 gb-headline-text\" id=\"Problems-With-Your-Poinsettia-\">Problems With Your Poinsettia&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, poinsettia plants don\u2019t tend to get pests or disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common issue when caring for these Christmas plants is damage from the cold. If you notice that the poinsettia plants are dropping leaves as soon as you bring the plant home, it\u2019s likely due to the conditions that the plant was stored in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if the leaf drop starts later on then it might be due to temperature, lighting or humidity issues. Investigate the soil, if you suspect you might have under or over watered the poinsettia, then the plant has a chance. Ensuring the conditions are ideal at home (warm, indirect light, humid) can stop the leaf drop, provided that it is not due to cold shock from before you bought it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes poinsettias can succumb to gray mold or mealybug. Both of these are signs that you are overwatering, so just cut back on watering times and use some neem oil and hopefully the plant should be right as rain in no time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to use neem oil as a houseplant pesticide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Use a bottom bud or swab to apply the neem oil.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Start by swiping over all leaves and stems, being extra thorough where you see any actual bugs or eggs.<\/li><li>Repeat this daily until you\u2019ve seen no bugs for a few weeks (which is how long it takes for them to hatch).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If neem oil isn\u2019t cutting it as the bugs are somehow still surviving then it\u2019s time to move onto isopropyl alcohol. I recommend using isopropyl alcohol in two ways; topical and while watering. Apply to affected areas using a swab (topically) as needed. I would also suggest that you add a small amount to your watering can while watering your poinsettia plants, this helps to kill any eggs that have been living in the soil as well as helping to fix root rot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3284abf7 gb-headline-text\" id=\"Getting-the-Most-Out-of-Your-Poinsettias\">Getting the Most Out of Your Poinsettias<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, Poinsettia care is just like any other tropical plant, but with extra emphasis on how to get the flowers to bloom again.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the plants warm and humid and they should be just fine. With some pruning and feeding across the active growth season you should find your poinsettia blooms once again when winter comes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve mastered the care of your first poinsettia try looking for specific cultivars and more rare colors to expand your collection. Here\u2019s a look at some less common poinsettias to collect.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"939\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/white-poinsettia-flower.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/white-poinsettia-flower.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/white-poinsettia-flower-300x275.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/09\/white-poinsettia-flower-768x704.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d650ca15 gb-headline-text\">Enjoyed learning about how to care for poinsettias?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us know your thoughts and feedback \u2013&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>. We love to talk plants!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9977954e gb-headline-text\">Looking for tips on how to grow your own plants indoors?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Find out all about the beautiful Kalanchoe plant here:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/how-to-grow-kalanchoes\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/how-to-grow-kalanchoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Grow Kalanchoes<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Poinsettia plants are often thrown away and replaced each year. However, there&#8217;s more than meets the eye when it comes to the colorful flower. They can be kept happy for a really long time, blooming over and over &#8211; if you know how to care for poinsettias properly!&nbsp; Additionally, poinsettias can be found in a &#8230; <a title=\"How to Care for Poinsettias &#8211; 9 Easy &amp; Excellent Tips\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/2022\/09\/05\/how-to-care-for-poinsettias\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about How to Care for Poinsettias &#8211; 9 Easy &amp; Excellent Tips\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2744,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[38,76,77],"class_list":["post-1820","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-houseplant-tips","tag-how-to-care-for-poinsettias","tag-poinsettia-care","tag-poinsettias","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1820","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1820"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1820\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2744"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1820"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1820"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1820"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}