It would be natural to gravitate toward a cactus and succulent option, but Schlumbergera is a rainforest epiphyte, not a desert cactus. This type of product usually contains…
Read more What Is the Best Potting Mix for Christmas Cactus?It’s worth noting that you can’t force a Christmas cactus to flower at a different time of the year – you can simply take these steps to encourage…
Read more How to Grow and Care for Christmas Cactus | Gardener’s PathThe new year brings clean slates, changing trends, fresh resolutions—and new houseplants. Remember that orchid a friend brought to your dinner party? Or the festive poinsettia you brought…
Read more Amaryllis, Poinsettia, Christmas Cactus and Other Seasonal Houseplants: Care GuideChristmas and other holiday cacti from the Schlumbergera genus are highly ornamental with flaring tubular flowers in gorgeous colors… that is, when the flower buds don’t drop off…
Read more How to Prevent Christmas Cactus Bud Drop | Gardener’s PathThe colorful flowers and unique shape of Christmas cacti have earned them a spot in many homes across the globe. Then there’s the fact that they’re tough and…
Read more Why Is My Christmas Cactus Dropping Leaves? 7 SolutionsThe first Christmas cactus I ever encountered was at my great-grandma’s house. Bedstemor, as we called her, was a respected African violet breeder and grower. She even appeared…
Read more What Are the Different Types of Holiday Cacti? | Gardener’s PathA favorite houseplant for the fall and winter holidays, Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera spp.) is a tropical succulent covered with fiery flowers when the days are shortest – and…
Read more When and How to Fertilize Christmas Cactus | Gardener’s Path
