Poinsettia

History: Originally from Mexico, Poinsettias were cultivated by the Aztecs for aesthetic and ceremonial purposes. In 1825 the first U.S. ambassador to Mexico, Joel Poinsett, was smitten by the plant's brilliant color. He sent some back to his South Carolina greenhouses where they were cultivated and shared with friends. Today, poinsettia's primary use is decorative, between mid-November and January each year.

Sizes & Color: 4.5", 6.5", 8" & 10" Hanging Basket / White, Pink, Peach, Red, Bi-Colors

Care & Maintenance: INDOORS- Place in indirect sunlight. Temperature should be between 68° and 70°F. Water your plant thoroughly when the soil feels dry to the touch. Fertilize your plants after the blooming season with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer. OUTDOORS- Place outside when temperatures are warm. Will not grow well where night temperatures drop below 50°.