This mixture, when thoroughly mixed in with each pot-full of soil makes a good mixture for poinsettias. Between July 15 and August 1, the terminal portion of all shoots should be cut off. These can be rooted in a mixture of half peat moss and half sand, and flowered for Christmas using the procedure described next. Fall care of poisettias is crucial to assuring beautiful Holiday blooms. If this procedure is followed, the poinsettia will be in flower for Christmas.
Lateral growth starts.
Cut stems to 6 inches. Many laterals will start below break. Plant outside in pot. Pinch all lateral shoots to 4 inches. Root shoots if desired, then pot.