The Christmas Cactus, known scientifically as Schlumbergera bridgessii, is a beloved holiday plant celebrated for its stunning blooms that brighten up the winter months. Originating from the ...

Water Christmas cactus only when the top inch or so of soil feels dry. Then apply enough water until it drains out of the pot. Never let water stand in the plant saucer where it can be drawn back ...

Answer: Certainly! Cacti are an excellent choice for plant enthusiasts. While they do have some specific needs, many are easy ...

A Christmas cactus is what we call a “short day plant,” which means that it is the reduced number of daylight hours that tell the plants that it’s time to bloom.

Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti are in the plant genus Schlumbergera and are native to tropical rainforests. Schlumbergera truncata is the Thanksgiving cactus. You can tell the difference between ...

With the right preparation, a Christmas cactus is an easy to grow, low-maintenance and very rewarding plant! To stream KARE 11 on your phone, you need the KARE 11 app.

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 ...

How to care for a Christmas cactus. In caring for the Schlumbergera, you will want to keep it indoors in a pot with well-draining soil.Since it is a tropical plant, it cannot tolerate cold ...

Christmas cactus or Schlumbergera x buckley can be seen around the holidays adding a splash of color to any landscape or holiday table. While it is called a cactus, it does not store water in a ...

Can Christmas cactus grow outdoors? Yes, it is possible to grow a Christmas cactus outdoors across US hardiness zone nine to zone 11. However, these plants are not frost-hardy and will need to be ...

Although these plants grow slowly, a mature Christmas cactus can spread over 3 feet wide. If you don’t have a lot of growing space, occasional pruning helps keep your plant compact and small ...

The Christmas cactus is a long-lasting holiday plant with colorful flowers. Despite its name, it actually thrives best in cool temperatures.