Live Poinsettia Plants: Buy

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.

Leaves should be dark green down to the soil line. Avoid plants with wilting, yellowing, or dropping leaves. buy live poinsettia plants

The milky white sap contains latex and can cause skin irritation or an upset stomach if ingested. Look at the true flowers—the small yellow clusters