Poinsettias are here

As mentioned in one of my earlier posts this year, poinsettias can last and reflower for years with proper care. With improper care, poinsettias will not last very long at all. I went into a big box retailer recently, and noticed the poinsettia selection. They had very nice looking poinsettias for about 15 bucks, and then they had some ready for the grave at a discounted price. You'll see many different prices for poinsettias, whether due to size, color or "freshness", but navigating through the selection at the big retailers and grocery stores can be daunting. I've found that the florists, while usually a bit more expensive offer a superior product and usually a higher level of service. Even better, I don't even have to get out of my pajamas as the local florist will deliver.