How to Grow a Summer Poinsettia Plant

Amaranthus (summer poinsettias) are beautiful, colorful red and yellow flowers that bloom in most climates from July to November. Summer poinsettias are popular for their long-lasting blooms and relatively low maintenance and care. Growing summer poinsettias is a simple process that requires very little gardening experience.

Things You'll Need

• Summer poinsettia plant
• Good potting soil
• Shovel or spade
• Gardening gloves

Instructions

1. Use your shovel or spade to dig a 5-inch hole in a sunny spot in your garden. Summer poinsettias grow optimally in areas where they will receive full sun.

2. Gently place your summer poinsettia in the hole. Ensure that roots are no deeper than 4 inches.

3. Add 1 cup of good potting soil into the hole.

4. Gently pack the soil mixture around the summer poinsettia.

5. Fill a watering can with 1 cup room temperature water. Lightly sprinkle the summer poinsettia plant with the water.

6. Continue to water the plant every three days to ensure proper soil moisture. Poinsettias require moist soil conditions in order to grow properly.

Tips & Warnings

• Protect your summer poinsettia from winter frost when the temperature dips below 40 degrees by covering it with a plastic trash bag.

References

• Amaranthus, Summer Poinsettia