Poinsettia

The classic Christmas plant. Poinsettia's bright bracts (they're actually coloured leaves, not flowers) sit above deep green foliage and hold their colour for weeks through the festive season.

Give it bright, indirect light and keep it away from draughts, heaters and cold windows. Water when the top of the soil feels dry and don't let it sit in water. The milky sap can irritate skin and is mildly toxic if eaten, so keep it away from curious pets.

Available in a 120mm gardener's pot.