"As a rule, the upper half, or top inch, of your poinsettia’s soil should be dry, and the lighter the pot - the greater the ...

Water the poinsettia from the top of the pot, allowing the surface of the compost to become dry before the next application. But if the leaves start to wilt, water thoroughly with tepid water.

Remove the foil and set the plant in a decorative container. Try a hot pink poinsettia in a white pot or several different colours set in a serving tray, basket or unique container. Add a table ...