by KYW's Fran Sorin

Holiday flowers add a tremendous amount of beauty to our homes but getting them to last throughout the season can be daunting.

Poinsettias, the most popular of all Christmas plants, represent over 85% of the potted plants sold during the holiday season. They love a sunny location. Even if you have the plants in foil, make sure that the excess water will drain onto saucers after watering by pricking holes on bottom of plant. And do water only when the plants are dry.
 
Poinsettias thrive in daytime temperatures of 60-70 degrees and as low as 55 degrees at night. If the temperature is too high, the life of the plant will be shortened. Keep poinsettias away from any heating unit or cold drafts and windows.

And now is the time to find some great bargains on poinsettias at garden centers and even grocery stores.

Contact Fran Sorin at fransorin.com.