Three similar plants, three different bloom times. Understanding these holiday cactus look-alikes helps you nurture their ...

Around late September or early October, increase the amount of darkness your plant is getting to about 13 hours a day with nighttime temperatures between 55 and 65ºF. To adjust light exposure, you can ...

There are both types of cactuses, and they look almost identical. There are differences, however. As the name implies, the ...

Discover what the best soil for a Christmas cactus is with our expert guide. The right soil can make or break your Christmas ...

The Christmas cactus, also known as the Holiday cactus, or more accurately, Schlumbergera, is a trailing tropical cactus that puts on a fabulous annual display of flowers. These blooms usually appear ...

If you’re lucky enough to have a Christmas cactus, you know how cheerful its red, pink, or purple blooms can be during the ...

Proper Christmas cactus care – including attentive watering, the right light levels, balanced fertilization, and temperature ...

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A Christmas cactus is pretty easy to care for, but you'll want to follow the guidelines below for the best results—and to ...

Plants give me a lot of peace; having them around me allows me to unwind. I have been a horticultural advisor with the Royal Horticultural Society for more than 12 years and during that time, one of ...

If your Christmas cactus is looking a bit peaked, the most likely cause is overwatering. While all plants need moisture to survive, overzealous watering can lead to serious issues like root rot. If ...