Caring For Your Poinsettia Planter

Oct 25 / Taylor Graham
The 2024 Holiday Poinsettia Planter from CosMic Plants is a stunning blend of holiday cheer and botanical beauty! Featuring a vibrant 4” poinsettia paired with an elegant 5” Phalaenopsis orchid, this duo pot is designed to bring warmth and color into your home all season long. With the right care, your poinsettia will bloom for 4-6 weeks, while the orchid could stay in bloom for up to 4 months. Here’s how to keep each plant in this festive arrangement thriving.

Watering Instructions: Two Plants, Two Watering Routines

One of the main things to remember with this planter is that poinsettias and orchids have different water needs:

Poinsettia - Poinsettias are thirstier than orchids and require frequent watering to keep their vibrant red bracts looking their best. For your poinsettia, water at the base of the leaves with 1/4 cup of water daily. Avoid pouring water over the bark, as this can cause the bark to retain too much moisture, which isn’t ideal for the orchid sharing the planter.

Phalaenopsis Orchid - Orchids are low-water plants, and they require much less than poinsettias. Water your orchid at the base of its leaves with 1/4 cup of water once a week. Like the poinsettia, it’s best to avoid soaking the bark.

Perfect Lighting - Indirect & Bright

While poinsettias are bright-light tolerant,  orchids love bright, indirect sunlight. Ideal spots include a table in a sunlit kitchen or near a window with sheer curtains or a light blind. This ensures they receive plenty of diffused light without direct sun, which can be too harsh for these tropical plants.


Temperature: Keep It Warm and Cozy

Both the poinsettia and orchid are tropical plants and prefer warm, stable environments. For optimal growth, keep the planter in a room with temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Cold drafts, extreme temperature fluctuations, or temperatures below 18°C may affect the poinsettia’s vibrant color and the longevity of the orchid blooms.

A Seasonal Showstopper with Long-lasting Appeal

With its rich red poinsettia bracts and elegant orchid blooms, this holiday planter is truly a showpiece that can last well beyond the festive season. The poinsettia typically stays in bloom for 4-6 weeks, perfect for carrying you through the holiday period. Meanwhile, your orchid’s blooms can last up to 4 months with the right care, providing continued beauty long into the New Year.

If you have any specific questions about orchid care, CosMic Plants is happy to help. Feel free to reach out to our team at info@cosmicplants.com.

Enjoy your holiday planter, and here’s to a season filled with beauty and bloom!