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- Q.Poinsettia Displays In March/April! - I have a 3 year old poinsettia, originally bought in display at Christmas. The first year I dark treated it ...
- Q.Is My Poinsettia Dead? Is There A Way To Revive It? - Hello. I got this Poinsettia last November. From February the leaves started falling down. And this is the photo I ...
- Q.Have Poisettias Planted Outdoors, How Can I Get Them To Turn Red By November - I know there is a method to bring the color change about, something about protecting them from daylight? how, when, ...
- Q.Outdoor Poinsettia-how To Get Blooms? - I had a beautiful poinsettia that I planted outside this summer. I figured I didn't have anything to lose, I'd ...
- Q.Poinsettas – It Now In Sept., Is It To Late To Cut Them Back? - I set my poinsetta plant outside. They are tall an "leggy" I read that they should be cut back during ...
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April 28, 2021Q.Poinsettia Displays In March/April!
I have a 3 year old poinsettia, originally bought in display at Christmas. The first year I dark treated it in October, the following year September but by Xmas it is barely reddening and each year has displayed in Mar/April. Right now (end Apr) it has flowers and STILL has new bracts reddening. I know that by rights it should be leafless and I should prune it but I am reluctant to disrupt its growth cycle . What should I do to get it to display for Christmas?! Advice very gratefully received.
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GKH_Susan on
April 29, 2021
Certified ExpertA.I would keep this one going like it is and buy a new one this fall. But, if you only want one, here are the instructions for Christmas blooming. Make sure you follow them exactly.
Have you been following these instructions exactly? Including the dormancy, repotting, fertilizing, etc.
You are very adventurous! Most people don't try this.
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Anonymous on
May 10, 2021Q.Is My Poinsettia Dead? Is There A Way To Revive It?
Hello. I got this Poinsettia last November. From February the leaves started falling down. And this is the photo I got today. Is it still alive? What are the necessary cares I can follow now to make it revive for next winter? Thank you very much for your time and help.
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GKH_Susan on
May 12, 2021
Certified ExpertA.If the stems are flexible and there's some green under the surface, you may want to try to save it. Trim away the dead leaves and clean any debris around it. Here's an article that may help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/shriveled-poinsettia-leaves.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
May 18, 2021Q.Have Poisettias Planted Outdoors, How Can I Get Them To Turn Red By November
I know there is a method to bring the color change about, something about protecting them from daylight? how, when, how long? They are now all green and growing great.
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GKH_Susan on
May 22, 2021
Certified ExpertA.This article should help:
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Anonymous on
July 18, 2021Q.Outdoor Poinsettia-how To Get Blooms?
I had a beautiful poinsettia that I planted outside this summer. I figured I didn't have anything to lose, I'd see what happened. It's thriving, it's huge with tons of green leaves. I assume I will need to pot it and bring it in before it gets cold. How do I ensure it blooms and I get flowers for Christmas?
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luis_pr on
July 18, 2021A.Yes, you can temporarily plant it outside now but bring it inside into a pot once overnight temperatures approach 50F or less. The one I had in the Caribbean was planted to get mostly shade but below is more applicable information for growing indoors in colder locations. Avoid letting the soil get very dry or near hot/cold air vents inside.
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September 18, 2021
Sun city Center, FlQ.Poinsettas – It Now In Sept., Is It To Late To Cut Them Back?
I set my poinsetta plant outside. They are tall an "leggy" I read that they should be cut back during the summer. It is now mid Sept. Is it too late to cut them back now??
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 21, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Generally, it is acceptable to cut them back anytime you feel that they need it.
This article will give you more information on their care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/poinsettia/outdoor-poinsettia-plants.htm
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October 12, 2021Q.Poinsettia With Plant Light
I am trying to get my last years poinsettia to bloom again. I am putting it in a closed for 12 to 14 hours at night. We don't have much sun this time of year, so I was wondering if I can put it under a plant light during the day. Judy
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luis_pr on
October 12, 2021A.Here is some information:
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October 18, 2021Q.I Am Trying To Give My Poinsettia Rather Proper Daylight/ Dark Cycle For Reblooming. I Will Be Gone For 2 Weeks. Can I Use A
grow light for the daylight cycle? The room is dark. I won’t be able to provide natural light. I have watering bulbs to provide the water.
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GKH_Susan on
October 23, 2021
Certified ExpertA.That sounds like a good idea. A grow light on a timer should work for the light.
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