Euphorbia pulcherrima ~ Poinsettia, Pink Size:8" POT IMAGE: Nick

IMAGE: Nick

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but prefers afternoon shade in southern areas

leaf spots and cankers

lavender blue flowers bloom in mid to late spring

Euphorbia pulcherrima ~ Poinsettia, Pink Size:8" POT IMAGE: NickPink Poinsettia is a popular semi evergreen shrub well known as a Christmas ornamental or used as a houseplant. Its large dark green foliage creates a low mound and is topped by huge rich dark pink bracts around tiny flower clusters from winter through spring. Grows best with bright indirect sun and moist well drained soils. Only grows to 2 3ft when potted. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 3' Spread: 2 3 Spacing: 2. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 9 11 Culture: Part