Poinsettia Seeds grow into perennial, bushy shrubs with glossy, green leaves and colorful, petal-like bracts surrounding small, yellow flowers. They thrive in warm, frost-free climates with full sun to partial shade and well-draining, fertile soil. Poinsettias are ideal for garden beds, borders, container planting, and ornamental indoor cultivation, providing vibrant seasonal displays during the growing season.
Features
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Perennial, bushy shrub growth habit
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Produces colorful bracts in red, pink, white, or cream surrounding small yellow flowers
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Suitable for garden beds, borders, containers, and indoor ornamental use
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Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil
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Provides vibrant seasonal displays and ornamental foliage
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Euphorbia pulcherrima
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Common Name (US): Poinsettia
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Seed Type / Variety: Garden Variety
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Growth Habit: Bushy perennial shrub
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USDA Zones: 9-11 (grown as annual or container plant in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring
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Growing Season: Spring through fall
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Sowing Season: Spring
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Sowing Months: March to May
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Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days, keep soil warm and moist, light recommended
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
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Mature Plant Size: 3-10 feet tall, 3-6 feet spread
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Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches between plants