What to do with poinsettias after christmas australia

1. How do you take care of a poinsettia after Christmas in Australia?
2. What do I do with my poinsettia after Christmas?
3. How do you save a poinsettia for next year?
4. When should I cut back my poinsettia?
5. Why are the leaves falling off my poinsettia?
6. How long does a poinsettia live for?
7. How do you care for a poinsettia outside?
8. Do poinsettias like sun or shade?
9. Are poinsettias only for Christmas?
10. How do you get a poinsettia to turn red again?
11. At what temperature will poinsettias suffer damage?
12. Do poinsettias bloom more than once?

How do you take care of a poinsettia after Christmas in Australia?

HOW TO CARE FOR POINSETTIAS IN AUSTRALIA. Poinsettias will survive as an indoor plant in temperatures between 20-25 degrees Celcius as long as they are placed in a sunny spot in a north-facing position. While flowering, poinsettias require minimal care – just water it occasionally when the soil becomes dry.

What do I do with my poinsettia after Christmas?

Toss the poinsettia when you grow tired of it or it becomes unattractive. For those home gardeners who enjoy a challenge, it is possible to get the poinsettia to bloom again next season. Cut the stems back to within 4 to 6 inches of the soil in March. The poinsettia may also be repotted at this time.

How do you save a poinsettia for next year?

After all the leaves have fallen, store the plant, in its pot, in a cool (50 to 60°F), dry, dark area. Keep the plant somewhat on the dry side; water only enough to keep the stems from withering.

When should I cut back my poinsettia?

Poinsettias (both potted and in the ground) should be pruned twice a year, first in the spring and again in late summer. Remembering the “A” months is a helpful tip, April and August. For the first pruning in spring (April), remove all foliage and cut all branches back to 4-6″ of height.

Why are the leaves falling off my poinsettia?

Poinsettias will classically drop their leaves if they are exposed to sudden changes in temperature, drafts or overly cool or dry rooms. They also will lose leaves and wilt in response to an extreme need for water. When choosing a plant, pick a healthy, full one with no discoloration on the foliage.

How long does a poinsettia live for?

"Home gardeners generally keep their poinsettias one or two years. If they're really dedicated, maybe a little longer. But the life span for interior plants when you live in the North is measured in months, not years."

How do you care for a poinsettia outside?

Water regularly, if needed, and feed with a complete fertilizer when new growth appears. Always water after you fertilize. Poinsettias can grow into small, scraggly trees in their native environment, reaching 10 to 15 feet tall, but you can control their size by pinching them back.

Do poinsettias like sun or shade?

Poinsettias need a minimum of six hours of indirect sunlight each day. Protect the plants from freezing temperatures, especially when transporting them. Place them in a light-filled room away from drafts. They do best in rooms between 55 and 65 F at night and 65 to 70 F during the day.

Are poinsettias only for Christmas?

Other fowering plants have become part of the festive scene, but poinsettias alone remain unchallenged as the traditional flower of Christmas. Throughout America, millions of poinsettias will be displayed in homes, offices and public places.

How do you get a poinsettia to turn red again?

How To Get a Poinsettia To Turn Red

1. Help your poinsettia to turn red by placing it in total darkness for 14 hours each day, starting eight weeks before you want to display it.
2. During the day, the plant needs bright light, but it should be placed in complete darkness every evening.

At what temperature will poinsettias suffer damage?

Indoor temperatures of 65-70 degrees F is ideal. Avoid placing poinsettias where temperature fluctuates or may be drying, such as near cold drafts, heat ducts, fireplaces, fans, space heaters, etc. Poinsettias will suffer damage if they are exposed to temperatures below 50 degrees F.

Do poinsettias bloom more than once?

It is possible, but it just doesn't happen if the plant is indoors. Poinsettias require very specific light conditions to allow the plant to make flowers again. ... Your poinsettia should be moved outdoors during summer, so it is important to keep it in good condition now. Often, blooms will last for months after January.