Details

Poinsettias are a multi-stemmed plant with an upright spreading habit of growth.

This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and should only be pruned after flowering to avoid removing any of the current season's flowers. Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.

Poinsettia is recommended for the following landscape applications:
  • Accent
  • Mass Planting
  • Hedges/Screening
  • General Garden Use
  • Container Planting
  • Baskets

Features

Poinsettias feature showy clusters of color with green foliage typically used during winter holidays.

Care

Growing

Place poinsettias in bright, indirect to medium light away from heat vents or breezes. Poinsettias prefer temps between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water your poinsettia when the soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering and do not let container sit in water.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Euphorbia
Flower Color Pink
Bloom Time Winter
Foliage Color Green
Genus Spurge
Growth Rate Medium
Hardiness Zone 10a
Landscape Uses Accent, Massing, Container, Basket
Light Needs Indoor High Light, Indoor Medium Light
Mature Height 1 foot
Mature Width 1 foot
Prune Time Prune After Flowering
Water Needs Dry to Moist