Garden centre grows festive cheer with blooming houseplant delivery
Dobbies Garden Centres is preparing for a blooming festive season as it welcomes the delivery of Poinsettias to its Ayr store from today (Wednesday 13 November).
Both the classic red and coloured Poinsettias are now available in Dobbies stores across the UK, with the garden centre expecting a sell-out season for all varieties.
Speaking about the popular seasonal houseplant, Dobbies’ Senior Plant Buyer, Claire Bishop, says:
“Poinsettias have been a Christmas staple for generations, adding a touch of nostalgia to the festive season, so we’re excited to welcome the delivery of 40,000 into stores to grow the festive cheer.
“Our customers loved the colourful pink variety last year, so we’ve brought these back for 2024, along with white and classic red for those looking to create a classic Christmas display.
“Whether they’re for decorating or gifting, Poinsettias are the perfect way to brighten up the season.”
Claire’s top tips for keeping your Poinsettia fresh
Choose a bright spot
Finding the right place for your Poinsettia is key. Poinsettias like a lot of light so you should place them in a bright spot where they’ll get as much indirect sunlight as possible per day. However, you should avoid direct sunlight as this could scorch the plant’s leaves. Being a tropical plant, Poinsettias also like warmth so you should keep them away from windows and other draughty spots as this could cause the plant’s bracts to drop.
Watering your plant
You should only water your Poinsettia when the soil feels dry to the touch. This will vary on the temperature of your home, so your plant could require watering every few days, or once a week depending on its surroundings. Poinsettias won’t thank you for waterlogged soil, so make sure they are planted in a pot with good drainage. They also like a humid environment so a Poinsettia’s leaves will benefit from regular misting, which should prevent them from drying out when you have your heating on in winter.
Feed your Poinsettia
Your Poinsettia will benefit from monthly feedings to keep it thriving long into the new year. Consider using a liquid plant food to fertilise your Poinsettia.
For more advice, and to explore Dobbies’ full range of houseplants and decorations for Christmas 2024, visit www.dobbies.com