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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    October 18, 2016
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    I am not really sure which would be more effective, but I suspect leaving the plants in the dark for a few days would be more helpful for promoting flowering. The plants may be slightly unhappy because of the lack of light, but they'll recover within a few days.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 25, 2016
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    Check the soil moisture. The soil should be moist, but never soggy.
    Check the soil before watering, don't water on a schedule.
    If the plant has been in the same soil and pot for some time; it may be time to repot the plant with some fresh, good quality potting soil.
    Here are some links with more care information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/poinsettia-care-after-christmas.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/poinsettia-leaves-turning-yellow.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 9, 2016
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    There are specifics in the care, pruning, dormancy, fertilizing and as you mention withholding light from the plants.
    This can be a difficult process in a home environment.

    Leaf or flower bract drop could be due to temperature changes or watering issues.

    This article has more information.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/how-to-make-poinsettia-turn-red-make-a-poinsettia-rebloom.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 9, 2016
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    No, you cannot remove the glitter. It is actually sprayed on with a glitter spray aerosol paint.
    Water will damage the leaves. You should use care when watering your poinsettia, water the soil and avoid getting water on the leaves.

    Your plant will likely last, glitter and all several weeks past the holiday with proper care and light.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/poinsettia-care-how-do-you-take-care-of-poinsettias.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 25, 2016
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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 20, 2017
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    Sure you can!

    Make sure you choose a pot that have enough room for both root balls and just a bit more room around the sides and bottom. Don't use too large of a pot, this can lead to overwatering and root rot.

    The plants should sit as the same level in the new pot.
    A container should have a good drainage hole and use a good commercial potting soil.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 27, 2017
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    Outdoor poinsettias should be pruned in early spring, after the last frost date in your region, as described in this article under "pruning":

    http://nassau.ifas.ufl.edu/horticulture/gardentalk/poinsettias.html

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