Festive Blossom Magic: Start of the Poinsettia Season

No wonder, as it enchants every home and bathes rooms in festive light. Even in places where you wouldn't immediately expect it - such as the bathroom, bedroom, or entrance area - the Christmas star is becoming increasingly popular and, thanks to its variety of colors and shapes, effortlessly adapts to any interior style.

Trending are classic red as well as a range of new shades: from cream white, Bordeaux, and apricot to pink, pink, and orange, to cinnamon and lemon yellow. Particularly festive is a decoration in gold tones, combined with Christmas stars in cream white or delicate apricot. The poinsettia - as it is known in Latin - delights like hardly any other winter plant with an almost limitless color palette. Currently, the wholesale flower market offers several hundred different varieties of Christmas stars, and new ones are added every year. By the way, the largest selection of new varieties and colors is available at the beginning of the Christmas star season in early November.

DIY Ideas with the Christmas Star

In addition to potted plants and cut flowers, creative forms such as Kokedama (literally "moss ball") are also popular. This refers to a design technique where the root balls of plants are wrapped in moss. Especially colorful mini Christmas stars become eye-catchers this way. DIY tip: Thoroughly water the root balls, then wrap them with moss and secure with thin wire. Later, water either carefully from above or by briefly dipping the moss balls in lukewarm water.

Gifts can also be lovingly designed with Christmas stars, as a cut poinsettia in a water tube adds a special touch to any packaging. To keep the blooms fresh for a long time, a small trick is recommended: Immediately after cutting, dip the cut end for a few seconds in about 60-degree hot water, then in cold water, and then place it immediately in fresh water. This way, the plant lasts up to two weeks.

Christmas Stars from Local Production

The Austrian wholesale flower market offers expert advice on the Christmas star, from care to location and safe transport. "A tip: When buying, look for dense foliage and yellow-green buds. These are a sure sign of freshness and longevity," recommends Monika Burket, spokesperson for the Austrian wholesale florists. Additionally, it should be known that

Poinsettias purchased in November and December are already pre-fertilized. "Additional fertilizer applications during the flowering period are therefore not necessary," says Burket.

Care Tips for Long-lasting Joy with Poinsettias

The most important rule in caring for poinsettias is proper watering. The root ball should neither dry out completely nor stand in water. Usually, it is sufficient to water the plant sparingly every two days. The poinsettia clearly shows whether it feels comfortable: if the leaves turn yellow or fall off, the water balance is not right.

The location is equally crucial. The poinsettia thrives best in a bright, warm, and draft-free place with sufficient daylight and normal room temperature. In contrast, dark rooms or drafty entrance areas are unfavorable. Be careful when airing: even a short cold draft can harm the plant. It is therefore advisable to place it in a sheltered corner during this time.

The ideal occasion to give star greetings is December 12th: on this day, the Day of the Poinsettia is celebrated worldwide.

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