Flaming Red makes an excellent all year living plant gift.

Despite its lush appearance, anthurium is not a heavy feeder. Use a controlled-release fertiliser once every 6 or 12 months, depending on its formulation. Extra feeding with liquid or water-soluble fertilisers is not generally needed. In fact, too much food may result in even lusher growth at the expense of flowers. 

Water plants only when the top 5cm or so of potting mix feels dry to the touch. Give enough that excess water flows out of the base of the pot. Keep saucers empty. If you need to increase humidity around the plants, place bowls of water next to them.

Anthuriums like good indirect light – do not place them on windowsills where they will be exposed to the sun through the glass, or they'll burn. Avoid air-conditioning and heater vents, which will dry out the air.

Keep leaves dust-free and shiny by wiping them with a damp cloth every couple of months. Do not use detergent or other chemicals.

Cut off spent flower stalks and yellowing leaves when necessary.