Poinsettias are the perfect plant to buy over Christmas, with their bright red bracts and green leaves - and during the festive period, they are a popular choice for the mantelpiece.
While these are beautiful plants, they can be fussy, especially if they're not watered properly, reports the Express.
So, Keria Kay, a plant expert from Bloom & Wild, has shared exactly how to water poinsettias so they end up "thriving" instead of dying. Keria said poinsettias like "high light" so they should be placed in a well-lit room to keep them happy.
And when it comes to watering the plants, less is more according to the expert. Keria said: "It'll need watering every seven to 10 days but be sure to check the soil has partially dried ahead of watering again.
"You can do this either using your finger to feel the soil or by picking the plant up - if it feels light, it’s dry. Excessive moisture and poor drainage can cause root and stem rot, which can kill the plant.
"To avoid this, make sure you only add more water when the surface of the soil has almost (but not completely) dried out.
"And it’s best to bottom water this plant, by placing it in a bowl or tray of tepid water for 10 to 15 minutes so that you can ensure the plant only takes up what it needs.
"This is a plant that will thrive in more humid conditions, so be sure to mist regularly to further the flowering cycle."
If you are looking for a simple method, then using an ice cube is easier to place each day to maintain the plant's moisture.
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