It's That Poinsettia Time Of Year!
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When shopping for your plant this year make sure you bring your poinsettia directly home. They don't like to be chilled in the car while you make one more stop, even in the mild temps we have been experiencing. And when placing them in your home, look for areas of bright light but not necessarily direct sun. Most importantly, avoid drafty areas near doors as well as heat sources like vents and fireplaces!  Since they come with decorative foil pot covers they are easily over watered. The top of the soil looks dry while the roots are sitting in 2 inches of water. My *secret* tip to keep them evenly watered is to put a couple of ice cubes in the pot every few days. The ice cubes melt gradually, helping you avoid over watering them! **********************************
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