Euphorbia pulcherrima ~ Poinsettia, Red

Euphorbia pulcherrima ~ Poinsettia, RedRed Poinsettia is a popular semi evergreen shrub well known as a Christmas ornamental or used as a houseplant. Its large dark green foliage creates a low mound and is topped by huge dark red bracts around tiny flower clusters from winter through spring. Grows best with bright indirect sun and moist well drained soils. Only grows to 2 3ft when potted. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 3' Spread: 2 3 Spacing: 2. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 9 11 Culture: Part Sun, Full

Red Poinsettia is a popular semi-evergreen shrub well known as a Christmas ornamental or used as a houseplant.  Its large dark green foliage creates a low mound and is topped by huge dark red bracts around tiny flower clusters from winter through spring.  Grows best with bright indirect sun and moist well-drained soils.  Only grows to 2-3ft when potted.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Stem or root rot may occur if overwatered.  Common pests for houseplants include mites, scale, whitefly, and mealybugs.  While not toxic, the sap can cause irritation especially if allergic to latex.

HOLIDAY CONTAINER CARE: Place containers in a moderately lit room.  Because the decorative containers do not have drainage holes, only a light watering once a week when the top soil is dry is necessary.  If you think you have overwatered, tilt the container into the sink to drain any excess water.  Containers will last 6-8 weeks with proper care. 

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Houseplant, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Kalanchoe, Laceleaf, Amaryllis

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.