Negin Flowers Blog

These simple care tips will help extend the life of your holiday poinsettias and wreaths, so that they last throughout the season.

Poinsettia Care Tips:
• DON’T place plants near cold drafts or excessive heat, such as appliances, fireplaces or ventilating ducts.
• DON’T expose plants to temperatures below 50° F. Poinsettias are sensitive to cold, so avoid placing them outside during the winter months.
• DON’T over-water your plant, or allow it to sit in standing water. Always remove a plant from any decorative container before watering, and allow the water to drain completely.
• DON’T expose your plant to chilling winds when transporting it.
• DON’T fertilize your plant when it’s in bloom.
• DO place your plant in indirect sunlight for at least six hours per day. If direct sun can’t be avoided, diffuse the light with a shade or sheer curtain.
• DO provide room temperatures between 68 – 70° F. Generally speaking, if you are comfortable, so is your poinsettia.
• DO fertilize your plant AFTER THE BLOOMING SEASON with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer.
• DO use a large, roomy shopping bag to protect your plant when transporting it.
• DO water your plant when the soil feels dry to the touch.

Wreath Care Tips:
• DO keep the wreath away from heaters, fireplaces, dry air vents, or other heat sources.
• DO mist with simple water daily.
• DO all misting outside, or in a place where water will not cause any damage.
• DO be sure to get water on the stems as well as the needles.
• DON’T mist while the wreath is exposed to direct sunlight if possible.