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This can only be done once a year in winter, just in time for the holidays.
Dormant (January-March)
When your poinsettia bracts fade, trim them back to a leaf node.
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Continue to water your plants regularly until they drop half of their leaves.
Then, move your plants into a cool, dark spot and water just enough to prevent shriveling stems.
Reblooming (October-December)
Check your plants for pestsand bring them indoors before temperatures fall below 50F.
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Continue this treatment for about 10 weeks until your poinsettia bracts develop their full winter color.
Poinsettia plantIs it poisonous to pets?
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