Christmascactitend to bloom from early winter to midwinter. Eastercactibloom from late winter to mid-spring. If your cactus isNOTblooming, it may be receiving too much light or too high temperatures. Here are some tips to encourage yours to produce flowers!
A Timely Bloom: How to Care for a Christmas CactusWith the holidays quickly approaching, what better plant with which to decorate than the Christmas cactus? Its bright colors and perfectly-timed blooming schedule make it a popular choice for holiday decor. From a small display in your home to...
Like most succulent plants, it requires moist soil to grow; however, these plants do not like to be sitting in a pool of water. The best way to know when your Christmas Cactus needs to be watered is to check the soil. Once the top of the soil feels dry to the touch, water it aga...
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Before you get started, stock up on these Christmas cactus care essentials. How to Care for a Christmas Cactus A lack of water and dramatic temperature swings can cause flower buds to drop more rapidly. Maximize your specimen's blooming period by paying attention to these six key factors: ...
A Christmas cactus that I had for years sometimes bloomed more than once a year. Once you’ve taken your plant cuttings, leave them out on a piece of newspaper in indirect light for a few days to get them ready for propagation. This will allow the cut ends made from the snips to heal...
It’s no wonder that Epiphyllum (a dramatically-blooming jungle cactus) is given the name of Lady of the Night: its spectacular flowers only open at night, and only for a day or two, making the event a fleeting yet worthwhile experience to stay up late for. Here’s how to care for ...
Thanksgiving Cactus is an autumn-blooming house plant. Find out how to make this holiday cactus bloom year after year. Get tips for pruning, repotting and more.
Related:The secret togetting Christmas cactus to bloom more than once a year In our homes, however, we keep the lights on until late, which confuses the plant and messes with its blooming period. To make a Poinsettia rebloom, you’ll want to provide total darkness whenever it’s dark out...
Pink Cactus:Admired for its lovely pink hues. Fishbone Cactus:Recognized for its zigzag stem pattern. Cactican often flower under the right conditions, adding an extra layer of beauty to their rugged form. Propagation is straightforward, so you can easily share your cacti with friends and family...