The goal of our research was to develop refined production practices for producers to confidently grow a new poinsettia form—tabletop poinsettia trees. To achieve this, we conducted experiments to determine how branch-removal frequency and leaf-removal timing impact plant development and quality. Additionally, we evaluated schedules for 4- and 8-inch poinsettia trees across multiple cultivars.
Mentor: Dr. Chris Currey
Date: 12/15/2025