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True to their tropical origins in Central and South America, poinsettias prefer a spot by a window that gets full sun.

ATHENS — As vibrant holiday plants begin to adorn the shelves of hardware stores, grocery stores and garden centers, consumers are attracted to the pinks, reds and whites atop deep green foliage, which add festive pops of color in winter homes. The appearance of plants like poinsettias and Christmas cacti usher in the holiday season, and festive homeowners love to fill their halls and entryways with the plants’ holiday cheer. But what about after the holidays?

Most of us accept the demise of these seasonal decorations once the new year begins. But do we have to? Here are some simple guidelines to keep poinsettias and Christmas cacti healthy and ready to shine again next year.

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