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| Poinsettias like temperatures above 30 degrees |
Poinsettias are a holiday favorite, but many people throw them away after Christmas. There are three things to do to keep poinsettias alive in Florida.
Keep poinsettias outside, but bring them inside if the temperature drops below 30 degrees. Mist poinsettias with water daily. Keep poinsettias in a pot with nutrient-rich soil.
Larry Lesko, master gardener at Leon County extension services, said, “Poinsettias grow best in partially shaded areas. Avoid night-time lighting.”
Poinsettias can thrive in Florida because of the warm climate.
Orban’s Nursery is located in central Florida and supplies poinsettias to more than 30 retailers across Florida.
Chuck Whitaker, the office manager for Orban’s Nursery, said, “Poinsettias can be difficult to keep alive, because they require extra attention and care.”
For more information on growing poinsettias, visit http://www.floridata.com/ref/e/euph_pul.cfm.
