The African Violet is an indoor favorite because even with little care, it will bloom on and on, including in the winter. Your FTD African Violet plant will thrive in bright, indirect light or the artificial (fluorescent) lights of an office environment. It likes warm indoor temperatures of at least 70°F during the day and no cooler than 50°F at night.

Keep the soil evenly moist, but don't worry too much if you forget and the soil dries out for a day or two. The African Violet Plant has hairy leaves that will spot or turn grey when they get wet, so be very careful not to drip any water on the leaves. If spotting is a problem, try watering your African Violet plant by submerging the pot in a few inches of water in the sink and allowing the roots to soak up moisture from the bottom. To clean away dust from the leaves, use a feather duster or a canned air duster.

After your African Violet plant is more than six months old, provide African Violet food or a blooming plant fertilizer about once a month. Be careful not to over-fertilize, as it could result in grey leaves and stem rot. Once a year, repot your African Violet plant in the next larger size container using standard potting mix or special African Violet mix, which is usually available at your local garden center.

With its tall stem and brilliant crimson flowers, the Amaryllis Plant is a favorite gift for the holidays, including Thanksgiving. When you receive your FTD Amaryllis Plant, put it in a shaded spot away from bright light or direct sunlight to prevent the delicate flowers from withering prematurely.

Water your Amaryllis Plant when the top inch of soil has dried out completely. Thoroughly soak it and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. After the blooms die, you can prune away the main flower stem to about two inches high, return the plant to normal light conditions and enjoy its beautiful foliage throughout the spring and summer months. You can even plant your Amaryllis in a sunny spot in the garden (pot and all), as long as you bring it back indoors before the first frost.

In fall, your Amaryllis Plant must go into a state of dormancy in order to bloom again. Place it in a dark, cool spot for at least two months without watering. Approximately six to eight weeks before the holidays, bring the house plant back into warm, well-lit conditions and begin watering your Amaryllis Plant should bloom once again.

Who can resist this graceful bonsai plant bursting with gorgeous blooms? It's no wonder the Azalea Bonsai is a customer favorite. Your Azalea Bonsai is an outdoor bonsai, which means it is happiest and healthiest when placed outside in full sun for at least four hours a day in spring, summer and fall. In fall, your Azalea Bonsai must experience night temperatures of 40-55°F for at least five to six weeks in order for it to bloom again the following spring. In winter, it can be brought indoors and placed in a cool room, where the ideal temperature is about 55°F.

When it comes to water, your FTD Azalea Bonsai requires plenty. Allowing it to dry out, even slightly, may shorten the life of its flower buds or damage the entire plant, so check it daily. Water Azalea Bonsai plants when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch; thoroughly soak and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container.

Your Azalea Bonsai should be fed with half-strength, general-purpose fertilizer once a month in spring, summer and fall. Prune it periodically to maintain its miniature shape. Insects and diseases are known to attack the Azalea Bonsai plant, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep the tree clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

With its colorful, frilly blooms and rich, dark leaves, it's easy to see why the Azalea Plant makes a beloved house plant. Your FTD Azalea Plant requires plenty of water. Allowing it to dry out, even slightly, may shorten the life of its flower buds or damage the entire plant, so check it daily. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Thoroughly soak it and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container.

When your Azalea Plant is blooming, it's happiest in indirect light. After the blooms die, trim them off and place the plant in a sunny location. When fall arrives, your beautiful flowering plant must experience night temperatures of 40-55°F for five to six weeks in order to bloom again the following spring. You can place it outside for this time period, but be sure there is no chance of frost. You can also place it in a cold room in your house. Remember to continue watering during this time or flower buds may not form correctly. Afterward, return the Azalea Plant to a sunny spot indoors and water as usual; it should blossom again come spring.

With stunningly graceful flowers and glossy foliage, this native of South Africa is truly a star. When your FTD Calla Lily Plant arrives, place it in bright, but indirect, light. Calla Lily Plants do best in average indoor temperatures of 60-75°F and in high humidity (at least 60%). If the air inside your home is dry, you may want to place your Calla Lily Plant on a tray of wet gravel or river stones. Or, you may want to group your Calla Lily Plant with other humidity-loving house plants, which will naturally raise the air moisture level around them.

Since Calla Lily Plants grow from rhizomes (bulb-like tubers), they require special care at different times of the year. During the active growing season, from February to November, water them regularly to keep soil consistently moist. In November, stop watering. After the foliage has died back, remove the tubers from the potting soil and store in peat moss in a cool, dark spot with an average temperature of about 40°F, such as a basement. The following February, repot the tubers in fresh potting mix; place in bright, indirect light; and begin watering again. Your Calla Lilies should return to bloom in all their original glory. Calla Lily Plants may be planted outdoors only in locations where they are safe from frost year-round; adding a generous layer of mulch over dormant bulbs during the winter months may help preserve and protect them.

Camellia is the Chinese flower we are most familiar with as a flavoring for aromatic teas. It also makes a stunningly beautiful bonsai plant. Your FTD Camellia Bonsai is happiest and healthiest when placed outside in full sun for at least four hours a day in spring, summer and fall. In winter, it can be brought indoors and placed in a cool room where the ideal temperature is about 55°F.

Your Camellia Bonsai requires plenty of water. Allowing it to dry out, even slightly, may shorten the life of its flower buds or damage the entire plant, so check it daily. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch; thoroughly soak it and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container.

In spring, summer and fall, fertilize your Camellia Bonsai with half-strength, general-purpose plant food. Prune it periodically to maintain its miniature shape. Insects and diseases are known to attack Camellia Bonsai plants, so it's a good idea to inspect yours regularly. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep the tree clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

Your FTD Cotoneaster Bonsai is an outdoor bonsai plant, which means it is happiest and healthiest when displayed outside, and should only be brought indoors for short periods of time (no more than five days). Place your Cotoneaster Bonsai in full sun, where it will receive at least four to six hours of sunlight daily.

Proper watering is critical to keep this bonsai plant healthy and beautiful. Water it each day by thoroughly soaking the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the container. Misting the foliage periodically is recommended, but shouldn't be considered watering. In spring, summer and fall, fertilize with half-strength general-purpose plant food once per month.

Trim your Cotoneaster Bonsai periodically in order to maintain its miniature shape. In winter, depending on where you live, some protection from the cold might be required; Cotoneaster Bonsai is considered hardy to zones 6 or 7. Insects and diseases are known to attack this bonsai plant, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep your tree clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

This sunny star of spring adds a wonderful burst of color to any interior, no matter what the weather is like outside. Your FTD Daffodils will do best in bright, indirect sunlight and normal indoor temperatures between 65-75°F. When the top inch of soil is dry, soak them thoroughly and drain out any excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. Be careful not to overwater. Fertilizer is not necessary with these cheerful indoor plants.

Since Daffodils grow from bulbs, they require a dormant period in order to re-bloom. In November, stop watering. After the foliage has died back, remove the bulbs from the potting soil and store in peat moss in a cool, dark spot with an average temperature of about 40°F, such as a basement. The following February, repot the bulbs in fresh potting mix, place in a sunny window in bright, indirect light for at least four hours per day, and begin watering again. Your Daffodils should return to bloom in about six to ten weeks. Alternatively, you can plant the bulbs outdoors in the fall and they should bloom in the spring; adding a generous layer of mulch over dormant bulbs during the winter months may help preserve and protect them.

Because your Ficus Bonsai is a tropical plant, it is considered an "indoor bonsai" and will thrive year-round in sunny indoor areas. For best results, place your Ficus Bonsai near windows facing southeast or west. If you don't have a place where your tree can receive proper sunlight, using a grow light for 10 to 12 hours daily is highly recommended.

Your Ficus Bonsai should be watered thoroughly every two or three days. Never let it dry out completely. Thoroughly soak your Ficus Bonsai's soil to the point where water runs out of the drain holes. Misting foliage periodically is recommended, but shouldn't be considered watering.

Fertilizing your Ficus Bonsai is desirable, especially in the springtime. Trim it every so often in order to maintain its miniature shape. Insects and diseases are known to attack this type of bonsai house plant, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

Named for its beautiful pink-fringed flower petals, this blooming bonsai plant is considered an "outdoor bonsai," which means it is happiest and healthiest when displayed outside and is brought indoors only for short periods of time (no more than five days). In spring through fall, your Fringe Flower Bonsai will thrive in a location with bright, but not direct, sunlight, such as a covered porch.

Proper watering is critical to keep your Fringe Flower Bonsai healthy and beautiful.
This bonsai plant likes it on the dry side. When the top inch of soil is dry, soak it thoroughly and drain out any excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. Be careful not to overwater. In spring, summer and fall, fertilize with half-strength, general-purpose plant food once a month. Trim your Fringe Flower Bonsai periodically in order to keep its miniature shape.

The Fringe Flower Bonsai is very hardy for a blooming bonsai, being able to withstand temperatures as low as 32°F. If you live in an area where temperatures fall below that level, you will need to bring your Fringe Flower Bonsai into a dark, cool, sheltered spot such as a garage, basement or shed for the winter. Insects and diseases are known to attack this bonsai plant, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep your tree clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

The Gardenia Plant is universally admired, not only for its gorgeous blooms and lush foliage, but also for its sublime fragrance. It needs very bright, indirect light for best flower and foliage growth. The Gardenia Plant can be a bit temperamental when it comes to watering, too much or too little will cause flowers to wilt and drop, so check it often. When the top inch of soil is dry, soak the Gardenia Plant thoroughly and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container.

Normal room temperatures are usually fine for Gardenia Plants, but they prefer lots of humidity. Consider placing yours on a tray of wet gravel or river stones, or grouping it with other humidity-loving house plants, which will naturally raise the air moisture level around them. After your Gardenia Plant is more than six months old, provide an acid-formula fertilizer at half strength every two weeks during spring and summer, and once per month during fall and winter. Your FTD Gardenia may be planted outdoors if you live in plant hardiness zones 9 and 10.

The Gerbera Daisy Plant is like a little dose of sunshine, beloved for its large, vibrant blooms in almost every color of the rainbow. This annual garden favorite is now making a name for itself as an indoor plant, too. Your FTD Gerbera Daisy Plant will thrive in full, direct sun for at least four hours per day. During the spring blooming season, keep it evenly moist but never soggy. The Gerbera Daisy Plant has hairy leaves that will spot or turn grey when they get wet, so be very careful not to drip any water on the leaves. If spotting is a problem, try watering your Gerbera Daisy Plant by submerging the pot in a few inches of water in the sink and letting the roots soak up moisture from the bottom. To clean away dust from the leaves, use a feather duster or a canned air duster.

When the blooming season is over, allow your Gerbera Daisy house plant to dry out slightly before watering again (be careful not to overwater). After your Gerbera Daisy Plant is more than six months old, you can give it a flower-formula fertilizer approximately every other week. Average household humidity and temperatures should be fine.

Many people enjoy planting their Gerbera Daisy outdoors in the summer and bringing it indoors for the winter. If you choose to plant it outdoors, move the pot outside into dappled sunlight for a few weeks before planting the Gerbera Daisy Plant in full sun, as too much direct outdoor sunlight too soon can shock the plant and cause it to wilt.

The dwarf version of the Hawaiian Umbrella tree is one of the easiest bonsai to maintain. As an "indoor bonsai," it does extremely well in low light environments, making it perfect for the office or home. Your Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai should be watered thoroughly every two or three days, never let it dry out completely. Water this bonsai plant properly by using a watering can or hose attachment that has a fine-spray end. Thoroughly soak the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes. Misting foliage periodically is recommended, but should not be considered watering.

Fertilizing your Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai is also suggested, especially in the springtime. Trim it periodically to maintain its miniature shape. Insects and diseases are known to attack the Hawaiian Umbrella Bonsai, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

This beautiful bonsai is marked by glossy green leaves and lovely, exotic blooms. During its blooming period in spring and summer, your Hibiscus Bonsai should be placed in a warm room where temperatures reach 68-90°F during the day and no less than 60°F at night. The Hibiscus Bonsai requires at least four hours of direct sunlight per day in order to continue blooming. A location next to a window with a southern or western exposure would be ideal.

In fall and winter, after the blooming period has ended, this bonsai plant is happiest in chilly room temperatures ranging between 55-60°F. Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy, and never allow it to dry out completely, as this may cause your Hibiscus Bonsai to drop its buds/flowers. Water thoroughly until excess water runs out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot or decorative container. Misting the foliage periodically is recommended, but should not be considered watering. Shower the foliage at least twice a month to wash dust off the leaves.

Twice a month during the spring and summer blooming period, apply a balanced flower-formula fertilizer to your Hibiscus Bonsai. At this time, it may be moved outdoors to a partially shaded area, but you must be sure to bring it inside before night temperatures drop below 50°F.

This Mediterranean house plant is celebrated for its long, elegant clusters of star-shaped buds and deep green, blade-like leaves. Your Hyacinth Plant from FTD, a leader in providing fresh flowers and plants, thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and normal indoor temperatures (between 65-75°F). When the top inch of soil is dry, soak it thoroughly and drain out any excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. Be careful not to overwater. Fertilizer is not necessary.

Since Hyacinth Plants grow from bulbs, they require a dormant period in order to re-bloom. In November, stop watering. After the foliage has died back, remove the bulbs from the potting soil and store in peat moss in a cool, dark spot with an average temperature of about 40°F, such as a basement. The following February, repot the bulbs in fresh potting mix, place in bright, indirect light and begin watering again. In a period of weeks, your house plant should return to bloom. Alternatively, you can plant the bulbs outdoors in the fall and they should bloom in the spring; adding a generous layer of mulch over dormant bulbs during the winter months may help preserve and protect them.

With its elegant, frilly blooms in sweet shades of white, pink or blue, the Hydrangea is a traditional garden favorite that's becoming more and more popular as an indoor plant. Your Hydrangea Plant from FTD, the nation's best online florist, prefers medium light indoors. Water it carefully when the top half inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Thoroughly soak it and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. Do not fertilize this house plant while it is in bloom. As the flowers wither, snip off the dead flower heads.

Your FTD Hydrangea Plant requires special care in order to bloom again. In fall, place it in a cold, dark spot, such as a basement or garage, and add water only sparingly. Or, place it outside when night temperatures fall between 40-55°F (just be sure there is no chance of frost). You can expect the foliage to wither and drop at this time. In mid-January, bring your Hydrangea back to a cold room in the house, such as an unused bedroom or office, where the temperature is around 50°F and it will receive indirect sunlight. Leave it in this location for about three weeks. After this "cold snap," return your Hydrangea Plant to its sunny window indoors and resume normal watering. It should sprout new leaves and return to bloom. Your FTD Hydrangea may be planted outdoors if you live in plant hardiness zones 6-10.

Your Juniper Bonsai is an "outdoor bonsai," which means it is happiest and healthiest outside and displayed indoors only for short periods of time, not more than five days. Place your Juniper Bonsai plant in full sun where it will get at least four to six hours of sun per day. Proper watering is critical to keep your Juniper Bonsai healthy and beautiful. In spring, summer and fall, water it daily by thoroughly soaking the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the container. Misting foliage periodically is recommended, but shouldn't be considered watering. Fertilizing your Juniper Bonsai is also desirable, especially in springtime. Trim it periodically in order to keep its miniature shape.

In winter, this bonsai plant must experience a three-month winter dormancy period. If you live in a climate where winter temperatures are not extremely cold, bury your Juniper Bonsai in the ground up to the container's rim and then surround its trunk with a few inches of mulch (be sure to choose a location where your Juniper Bonsai will be sheltered from high winds). If you live in an area that has extremely cold winters, your Juniper Bonsai can be protected in a garage, shed or basement. With either placement, this bonsai plant will not require light but will need to be watered about once every two weeks.

In the spring, bring your Juniper Bonsai back to its normal sunny location and begin watering regularly once again. Insects and diseases are known to attack these plants, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water helps keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

This native plant of Europe is prized for its fragrant purple-colored flowers and aromatic foliage, which is often used in perfumes and sachets. For indoor growing, your Lavender Plant should receive as much light as possible. It will do best in a south-facing window or where it can receive a minimum of three to four hours of direct sunlight. Rotate the pot weekly for uniform growth and flowering. Without enough light, this house plant will produce weak, spindly growth and will cease to produce flowers.

Allow your Lavender Plant to dry out nearly completely before watering it again. Drench it thoroughly and allow it to drain well. It is vital that the roots do not sit in water, so be sure to drain out any excess water in the dish or decorative container. Fertilize only in the spring and summer using half-strength flower formula fertilizer once a month. You may prune your Lavender Plant to promote bushiness, but remember that flowers are produced on the ends of branch tips, so constant pruning will reduce flowering. Your Lavender Plant will thrive in ideal indoor temperatures of 70°F during the day and 50-55°F at night. It will benefit from being moved outdoors into a semi-shaded area after all danger of frost is past. In the spring, it may be planted outside in a sunny area and when mature, it can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°F.

Since legend holds that the Money Tree Plant will bestow good fortune and prosperity on its owner, it makes an enchanting gift. The story of its magical powers comes to us from Taiwan, where the Money Tree Plant allegedly brought great wealth to a poor, old, hardworking farmer.

The Money Tree Plant is actually a bonsai version of Pachira aquatica, a popular ornamental tree in Asia. It requires very little water, so allow the soil to dry out completely before watering it again (approximately once per week should be enough). Only add enough water to dampen the soil, not soak it, and mist the foliage with a spray bottle. Carefully watch for signs of overwatering; if too much water is added, the leaves will turn yellow and droop. However, if the leaves curl or wrinkle, this house plant does indeed need a drink.

Your Money Tree Plant does best in bright, indirect light, but will tolerate direct sunlight for a few hours per day. After your Money Tree Plant is more than six months old, provide a foliage-formula fertilizer three times within the summer months and do not fertilize during the other seasons.

The name Chrysanthemum or Mum comes from the Greek phrase meaning golden flower. With a variety of about thirty different species in a rainbow of colors, this flower is truly golden in its widespread popularity. Your FTD Mum Plant will do best in bright, direct light, whether placed indoors or out. It requires regular, thorough watering, so be sure to check it daily. Pinch off any spent blooms after they wither.

In winter, this house plant must go into a dormant period in order for the flowers to re-bloom. Place it outside and mound the pot with mulch. Leave it for at least two months without watering. In spring, prune stems and begin watering once again. Feed with blooming flower fertilizer once per week up until the bloom cycle resumes.

The Myrtle Bonsai is an "outdoor bonsai," which means it is happiest and healthiest when displayed indoors only for short periods of time (no more than five days). Place your Myrtle Bonsai in full sun, where it will get at least four to six hours of sunlight per day. Proper watering is critical to keep this bonsai plant healthy and beautiful. In spring, summer and fall, water it daily by thoroughly soaking the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the container. Misting the foliage periodically is recommended, but shouldn't be considered watering. Fertilizing your Myrtle Bonsai is recommended, especially in springtime. Trim it periodically in order to keep its miniature shape.

In winter, this bonsai plant must experience a three-month winter dormancy period. If you live in a climate where winter temperatures are not extremely cold, bury your Myrtle Bonsai in the ground up to the container's rim and then surround its trunk with a few inches of mulch (be sure to choose a location where your Myrtle Bonsai will be sheltered from high winds). If you live in an area that has extremely cold winters, your Myrtle Bonsai can be protected in a garage, shed or basement.

With either placement, this bonsai plant will not require light but will need to be watered once every two weeks. In the spring, bring it back to its normal sunny location and begin watering regularly once again. Insects and diseases are known to attack the Myrtle Bonsai, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

Your FTD Orchid Plant is a hybrid variety called "phalaenopsis" or moth orchid. It is one of the easiest Orchids to care for and blooms in many beautiful and unique colors. During the active growing season, from spring through fall, your Orchid Plant will do best at normal room temperatures (60-80°F) in a spot with bright, indirect light (hot, direct sunlight will cause the blooms to wither and die).

Allow your Orchid Plant to dry out almost completely before watering again. Twice per week should be a sufficient amount. Pour enough water evenly over the soil surface to thoroughly moisten the bark medium and allow it to drain well, being careful to avoid splashing the crown of the plant. It is vital that the roots do not sit in water, so be sure to drain out any excess water in the dish or decorative container. When air inside the home is dry and temperatures exceed 70°F, mist the plant daily. Extra humidity can also be provided by standing the plant on a tray of moistened pebbles. Orchid Plants should be fertilized every fourth watering.

In winter, your Orchid Plant will need some special care in order to bloom again in the spring. For about three weeks, place the Orchid in a spot where nighttime temperatures drop to about 60° F and where it will receive morning sunlight, such as an east-facing window. During the cooler winter season, water less often (once every two weeks is often adequate) and stop fertilizing. In spring, your Orchid house plant should return to bloom.

The beautiful Peace Lily Plant, with its glossy foliage and creamy white blooms, is one of the most easygoing house plants around. It will even grow and thrive with a good amount of neglect, making it an ideal gift for novice green thumbs. Best of all, it is rated among the top 10 plants to help clean interior air, according to a NASA study. Light requirements are flexible. It will do well in bright, indirect sunlight, medium sunlight or the fluorescent overhead lights of an office environment.

The amount of water your Peace Lily Plant requires will depend upon how much light it is getting - the higher the light, the more water it will need and the lower the light, the less water it will need. Check the soil moisture approximately once per week and keep it somewhat moist, but not soaked. Since the leaves of the Peace Lily Plant are broad and flat, they easily collect dust that can prevent photosynthesis. Therefore, about once per month, wipe the dust from the foliage or even give the plant a good rinsing in the shower. After your Peace Lily Plant is more than six months old, provide a foliage-formula fertilizer three times within the summer months and do not fertilize again until the following summer.

This beloved symbol of Christmas is truly a hothouse flower that requires special care to thrive in the long run. Since the Poinsettia Plant is a native of Mexico, its first requirement is plenty of light, so be sure to place it in a warm, bright spot in your home. This plant also needs lots of water, so be sure to check it daily and keep the soil evenly moist (insufficient water for even one day can cause the delicate foliage to wilt and drop off). Thoroughly soak this house plant and drain out excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container.

Your Poinsettia Plant will thrive in a rather warm indoor environment (65-75°F) that is kept constant both day and night; if you like to turn your heat down at night during the winter, you might wake up to find your Poinsettia has dropped its leaves.

In spring, once the Poinsettia has finished blooming, prune the stems back on an angle just above a bud so that they are about half their former length. This will encourage new growth. Repot in the next larger-sized container using fresh potting mix. Set the Poinsettia Plant in a shady spot in your home for the summer, or even a shady spot outdoors (as long as temperatures do not drop below 55°F).

In September, to start the re-blooming process, pinch back the stems to a point where there are four leaves per stem, and make sure the plant receives no light (natural or artificial) between the hours of 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. This might require moving it to a spare bedroom or office you do not use at night, but don't forget to continue monitoring its moisture level daily. In approximately 10 weeks, your Poinsettia Plant should start to bloom again. Bring it back into bright light and enjoy!

Because of its intriguingly shaped trunk, the Pony Tail Palm Bonsai is sometimes referred to as "elephant's foot." It is one of the easiest bonsai plants to care for because it is extremely drought-resistant, with an amazing capacity to store excess moisture in its unusual trunk.

For best results, place your Pony Tail Palm Bonsai near windows facing southeast or west. This bonsai plant can be watered as little as once per week, and only as needed. Check the top inch of soil and wait until it is completely dry before watering again. When it is time to water, soak the soil thoroughly until water is running out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Misting the foliage periodically is recommended, but shouldn't be considered watering. Fertilizing your Pony Tail Palm Bonsai is also recommended, especially in springtime. Trim it every so often in order to maintain its miniature shape.

Insects and diseases are known to attack this type of bonsai, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

This spicy� addition to the bonsai family is indeed related to the fragrant herb used in cooking. The Rosemary Bonsai thrives as an "outdoor bonsai," which means it is happiest and healthiest when displayed outside and is brought indoors only for short periods of time (no more than five days). Place this bonsai plant in full sun, where it will get at least four to six hours of direct sunlight per day.

To keep your Rosemary Bonsai healthy and beautiful, proper watering is critical. In spring, summer and fall, keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Trim it periodically in order to maintain its miniature shape. In winter, your Rosemary Bonsai must experience a three-month winter dormancy period where temperatures hover around 40-43°F. If you live in a climate where winter temperatures are not extremely cold, bury your Rosemary Bonsai in the ground up to the container's rim and then surround its trunk with a few inches of mulch (be sure to choose a location where your bonsai plant will be sheltered from high winds). If you live in an area that experiences extremely cold winters, your Rosemary Bonsai can be protected in a garage, shed or basement. With either placement, it will not require light but will need to be watered about once every two weeks.

In the spring, bring your Rosemary Bonsai back to its normal sunny location and begin watering regularly once again. Insects and diseases are known to attack this type of bonsai, so it's a good idea to conduct regular inspections. A periodic, brisk spraying of the trunk and foliage with water will help keep it clean. If any problems appear, most garden centers have products available for treatment.

It wouldn't be spring without these elegant flowers, which are so admired that they inspired tulip mania� in Europe in 1637. The popularity of this bloom is just as widespread today; making it a gift any recipient is sure to love. Your Tulip Plant from FTD, the leading online florist, thrives best in bright, indirect sunlight and normal indoor temperatures between 65-75°F. When the top inch of soil is dry, soak your Tulips thoroughly and drain out any excess water that collects in the bottom of the dish or decorative container. Be careful not to overwater. Fertilizing Tulip Plants is not necessary.

Since Tulips grow from bulbs, they require a dormant period in order to re-bloom. In November, stop watering. After the foliage has died back, remove the bulbs from the potting soil and store in peat moss in a cool, dark spot with an average temperature of about 40°F, such as a basement. The following February, repot the bulbs in fresh potting mix, place in a sunny window in bright, indirect light for at least four hours per day and begin watering again. Your Tulips should return to bloom in about six to ten weeks. Alternatively, you can plant the bulbs outdoors in the fall and they should bloom in the spring. Adding a generous layer of mulch over dormant bulbs during the winter months may help preserve and protect them.