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Poinsettia

Place in well lit spot away from droughts and radiators, minimum temp 15c, allow to dry moderately between watering, do not allow to stand in water. Feed monthly during winter and fortnightly in summer. Cut back in summer to 10 cm. Will flower nly when given less than 12 hours light from mid sept until Dec.

Classification

• Common Names: Poinsettia

• Family: Pulchmerrima

• Variety:

DSC00345.JPG: 2001-05-05 Poinsettia

Propagation Notes

• Plant Type: Houseplant

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Poinsettia Plants bloom when they enter the reproductive state which starts after the first day of autumn when the nights last 12 hours or more. The reproductive state can be interrupted by even small light sources that shine on it when it is supposed to be night. If the reproductive state is interrupted the plant will not bloom.

DSC00096.JPG: 2001-03-04 Poinsettia

DSC00229.JPG: 2001-04-16 Poinsettia

DSC00097.JPG: 2001-03-04 Poinsettia