I brought some new color into my house in the form of two poinsettia plants left over at church.
However, these two cream-colored plants are not the interesting story here. It’s the plant in the middle that is most surprising to me. At this time last year it was a typical red poinsettia. The surprise is that it has continued in good health for a full year; I’ve had to trim it back a little once in a while. In the past, I’ve been pleased if my Christmas poinsettia lasted until Easter.
I don’t know why this one lasted, but I hope it is partly that I paid more attention. I have only this year made it a habit to check my houseplants every morning. It has become part of my routine, while my morning tea is steeping, so I don’t forget and let them go dry.
Will I remember to report back on how the new plants do?
Happy second half of Christmas and I wish all a good new year.
freethoughtandmetaphor 
Dec 31, 2019 @ 03:36:22
All the best in your new year.
Dec 31, 2019 @ 03:37:17
Best Wishes
Good Health
Dec 31, 2019 @ 09:52:33
Good to see these thriving plants. And what you say about making a habit of checking them each morning is a helpful reminder of how learning to do things like that habitually can really make for good changes.