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What is the Christmas plant called?

The traditional Christmas plant is called poinsettia. Among others, it is a popular choice during the festive period, well known for its red and green foliage, but also offering varieties in shades of white and pink. Poinsettia plants are native to Mexico and Central America and are pet-friendly shrubs or small trees that can reach heights of up to 4m.

Is there a Christmas flower?

Several flowers symbolise the Christmas season. Poinsettia is the plant most associated with Christmas, although its brightly coloured bracts are often mistaken for petals, they are leaves. Popular Christmas flowers come in traditional shades of red and white. Other most popular Christmas flowers are:
1. Poinsettia
2. Amaryllis
3. Azalea
4. Orchids
5. Red Roses
6. Hellebores
7. Carnations

How do you water a Christmas plant?

When wanting to know how to water a Christmas plant, or how often you should water a real Poinsettia plant, there are some simple tips:
1. Check that the soil is moist every day.
2. When the soil feels dry to the touch, remove your plant from its outer pot and water outside or over a sink until water flows from the bottom of the pot.
3. Poinsettias should not be over or under-watered. Over-watering your plant will cause its leaves to turn yellow, or develop root rot and die. Dry plants will wilt and also drop leaves.

Can I save my poinsettia for next year?

You can save your Christmas poinsettia for next year. Here's how to keep it looking its best:
1. Keep your poinsettia plant away from drafts in a warm room, with a temperature of up to 25 degrees.
2. Make sure your plant is getting enough water by monitoring whether its leaves are healthy, or drying up and wilting.
3. Make sure you feed your poinsettia once a week.
4. Mist your plant daily to raise humidity levels and keep its leaves vibrant.
5. Only water your poinsettia when its soil is dry to the touch. Over and underwatering can cause both large and small poinsettia plants to wilt and die.

Will a poinsettia rebloom?

With care, your poinsettia will rebloom for years to come. There are some simple steps you should follow to encourage new growth.
In spring, cut each stem to encourage good winter growth. Repot once new shoots appear. For buds come November, restrict your plant's light intake. Place your plant in a dark box or room for 12 hours a day for 8 weeks to encourage rich winter growth and colour.

Should I re-pot my poinsettia?

Yes! it is important to re-pot your poinsettia to prevent its roots from becoming too large with growth. In the spring months of April or May, cut the main stems down to around 4-6 inches above soil level.
Remove the plant and wash any old soil away from its roots. Repot the plant in a container filled with new soil, ensuring good drainage.

What do you do with poinsettias after Christmas?

After Christmas, you can use your poinsettia as cut stems, encourage re-growth both indoors and out, or compost your plant responsibly. If cutting back your poinsettia stems, they can be used in a vase arrangement or table setting.
To take care of poinsettia after Christmas, it can be cared for indoors and cut back in the spring, or planted outside in the garden in the summer months.

How long does a poinsettia last?

Poinsettia can last years when cared for correctly. After 4-6 weeks, they will begin to lose their vibrant leaves, allowing a potted poinsettia to last between 2 to 3 months indoors.
With some curated care, the poinsettia can last several festive seasons, being cut back in the spring to bloom next winter.