The info I have found about keeping the dang things healthy just says to water them abundantly till it pours out the holes in the bottom of the pot, 12 ounces for a 6" pot. And of course, sunlight.

Does anyone have a little secret trick for keeping this kind of plant healthy? Ma will have a fit if it droops. Thanks!

After you have made your poinsettia selection, make sure it is wrapped properly because exposure to low temperatures even for a few minutes can damage the bracts and leaves.

Unwrap your poinsettia carefully and place in a sunny window. Keep the plant from touching cold windows.

Keep poinsettias away from warm or cold drafts from radiators, air registers or open doors and windows.

Ideally poinsettias require daytime temperatures of 60 to 70°F and night time temperatures around 55°F. High temperatures will shorten the plant’s life. Move the plant to a cooler room at night, if possible.

Check the soil daily. Be sure to punch holes in foil so water can drain into a saucer. Water when soil is dry. Allow water to drain into the saucer and discard excess water.

Poinsettia care

NC

This is one plant that I have never had any problem growing indoors. I have had to give them regular hair cuts to keep them under control. They are on the thirsty side and grow fast. I would put some attractive gravel to help conserve moisture evaporation. I found that helped all my plants a lot.