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Look at the true flowers—the small yellow clusters in the center of the bracts. If they are tight buds, the plant is fresh. If they are shedding pollen, the plant is past its peak.

To keep your poinsettia looking "nursery-fresh" through the winter, follow these environmental guidelines: buy live poinsettia plants

If it is below 50°F (10°C) outside, ensure the store wraps the plant in a paper sleeve or bag. Look at the true flowers—the small yellow clusters

Keep them out of reach of cats and dogs to avoid mild vomiting or drooling. Do you have a bright window (South or West facing)? buy live poinsettia plants

Plants kept in plastic or paper sleeves for too long often deteriorate due to lack of air circulation and trapped ethylene gas.