How to grow the best poinsettias - ICL experts' advice for professional growers

In this HortWeek Podcast, Andrew Wilson, technical manager for ICL professional horticulture and Carl Mason, experienced grower and ICL technical area sales manager for the East of England, speak about how to grow the best professional quality poinsettias.

While Christmas may seem a long way off, in June UK growers will be starting to produce Poinsettias to adorn our homes in December. The poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a fascinating blend of Aztec heritage, Mexican tradition, and American commercialisation—all blended into vibrant red plant that is now inseparable from the Christmas season.

Carl speaks about how easy a crop poinsettia is to grow, while Andrew discusses market trends we are seeing with the UK's most popular winter indoor plant.

Andrew details the nutritional requirements of the crop while Carl outlines advises on the growing media that suit poinsettias best.

Carl also explains what goes into ICL’s special Poinsettia mix to ensure plants thrive and they both offer their top tips for successful poinsettia growing.

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