Flora Select POIN14FS Poinsettia with Tag Pot 160 x 160 x 200 mm

Flora Select Red Festive Poinsettia Euphorbia Pulcherrima 14cm Pot: The Holiday Classic

Brighten your home with the Flora Select Red Festive Poinsettia, a 14cm potted beauty synonymous with the holiday season. Also known as the Mexican Flame Leaf, this iconic plant boasts striking red, white, and black foliage that’s often mistaken for flowers but are actually coloured bracts. These vibrant leaves make the poinsettia a festive must-have, perfect for spreading holiday cheer.

 

A Festive Symbol Steeped in History

The poinsettia’s roots trace back to 16th-century Mexico, where legend tells of a young girl inspired by an angel to offer humble roadside weeds at a church altar. Miraculously, the weeds blossomed into the crimson poinsettias we adore today.

In South Africa, poinsettias are common garden plants that bloom during winter, but potted varieties, like this one, are specially grown to flourish indoors during the festive season. After the holidays, plant your poinsettia outdoors for a winter bloom next year!

 

Care Instructions for a Thriving Poinsettia

Keep your poinsettia radiant and long-lasting with these simple care tips:

1. Lighting
   Place in bright, indirect light during winter, and protect from the harsh summer sun to encourage reblooming.

2. Watering

   • Only water when the soil feels dry to the touch.
   • Water thoroughly until excess drains from the pot.
   • Ensure the plant doesn’t sit in water by emptying the drip pan promptly.

3. Fertilizing
   Feed your poinsettia weekly from mid-spring through late summer to maintain its vibrant foliage and encourage healthy growth.

 

Why Poinsettias Are a Holiday Favorite

Their bold, showy bracts add a pop of seasonal color to any space, making them the perfect centerpiece or gift during the festive season. With proper care, they’ll keep their stunning appearance for months and bring warmth and joy to your home.

 

Celebrate the season with the Flora Select Red Festive Poinsettia Euphorbia Pulcherrima – a timeless plant steeped in history, beauty, and holiday magic!