When you think of holiday plants, poinsettias probably come to mind. This classic plant is well-known for its large flowers in hues of red, pink, yellow, and white. However, did you know that those “flowers” are not actually flowers at all but are bracts? Bracts are modified structures similar to leaves, and you can encourage […]

Poinsettias are known as holiday plants that have red leaves during the Christmas season. These are often discarded after the leaves lose their color and the flower is done blooming, but did you know that you can transplant these plants so that they grow throughout the year? In this guide, we are going to cover […]

During the winter months, many gardeners entertain themselves by bringing the outdoors inside. Among potted plants, poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) are a popular and intriguing variety. They are available in colors ranging from red to white, and combat the dreary conditions outside with the flavor of the tropics. Did you know? The large “flowers” of the […]