If there's any house plant that's synonymous with Christmas, it has to be the poinsettia. Its iconic red leaves are a surefire sign that the holiday season is here, and they're an integral part of our festive decor. That also means poinsettia plant care is an essential task at this time of year.
Poinsettias are a great way to decorate with plants and enliven your space through winter, but to ensure the leaves stay vibrant all season long, there's an unusual activity to be completed. You'd be forgiven for thinking that all plants need is food, water, and sunlight, but you'd be mistaken - for the poinsettia, darkness is essential.
