Christmas Cactus
The Christmas cactus is a spectacular plant that gets its name from its tendancy to bloom in the short days leading up to Christmas in the northern hemisphere. Learn everything you need to know about Christmas cactus care, including how to keep it growing so it can bloom again next holiday season.
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Christmas Cactus Dropping Leaves? Wave Goodbye to Holiday Flowers if You Don’t Do This Fast FixA lost leaf or two isn't unusual for a Christmas cactus in October but you can't afford to ignore this distress signal.
By Emma Kendell
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The Simple Fall Trick that Makes a Christmas Cactus Flower for the HolidaysChristmas cactus blooms are a delightful part of holiday decor, and there’s an easy way to persuade your plant to flower on time.
By Emma Kendell
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What a Christmas Cactus Needs in September for the Most Gorgeous Holiday Flowers – 6 Tasks That Decide Whether It BloomsWant Christmas cactus flowers this holiday season? September is when to start. Make sure to do these important things or you could be left without blooms.
By Tyler Schuster
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3 Easy Tasks to Do in August for a Thriving Christmas Cactus – and the 1 Summer Mistake That Can Ruin Holiday BloomsGet holiday cacti geared up for flower formation in fall by doing these 3 easy but essential tasks now. Plus, the common mistake to avoid in August.
By Laura Walters
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What to Do With Your Christmas Cactus Before Spring Ends – Miss This Window and It May Not Flower Again, but Get It Right for More Blooms Next SeasonDon't let your Christmas cactus go dormant without this essential reset. Follow these simple spring steps to ensure a lush, flower-heavy display next season.
By Tyler Schuster
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What to Do With Your Christmas Cactus After It Flowers to Get a Second Flush in Spring (Plus, What Not to Do!)Far from being just a brief seasonal holiday guest, the Christmas cactus is capable of repeat flowering in spring. Here’s how to encourage a vibrant second flush with this late winter reset
By Janey Goulding
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"Don't Even Bother" – One Christmas Cactus Care Practice to Skip & A Better Way to Keep Your Festive Plant Looking GreatCaring for your Christmas cactus correctly means you will luxuriate in its brilliant blooms this holiday season. Learn how best to keep it healthy and hydrated.
By Kathleen Walters
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How to Revive a Christmas Cactus – Even if It Looks Dead – and Bring It Back to Blooming GloryThink your Christmas cactus is a lost cause? With a few simple fixes, you can revive a wilted or dried-out plant and encourage beautiful blooms again.
By Tyler Schuster
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Your Christmas Cactus Is Probably a Thanksgiving Cactus! Here’s How to Tell the DifferenceThink you know your Christmas from your Thanksgiving cactus? Let’s put it to the test…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Christmas Cactus Care: How to Grow and Make Schlumbergera Bloom IndoorsBrighten winter with the vibrant blooms of a Christmas cactus. Learn how to care for this tropical beauty and keep it flowering year after year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Cactus Light Requirements Explained: When to Put Plants in the Dark to Trigger Holiday BloomsLearn the simple rules for giving Christmas cacti the right balance of light and dark, to ensure you get those spectacular flowers in time for the holidays.
By Tonya Barnett
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Can A Christmas Cactus Live Outside? How To Grow This Festive Favorite OutdoorsWhile Christmas cactus can only live outdoors all year in warmer locations, it can certainly benefit from a summer vacation in the garden in cooler zones.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Prune A Christmas Cactus: Trimming Tips For Healthy Growth & Beautiful BloomsAn occasional Christmas cactus pruning will keep plants in good shape and encourage a profusion of stunning flowers. Learn how to trim plants successfully.
By Amy Grant
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How To Propagate A Christmas Cactus The Easy Way: Make More Plants & Share The JoyLearn how to grow more Christmas cacti for free by planting root cuttings. These stunning flowering plants make excellent gifts over the holidays and beyond.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Common Christmas Cactus Pests: How To Identify And Eliminate Bugs FastStruggling with pests in your Christmas cactus? Learn how to quickly identify and eliminate the most common culprits to keep your plant healthy and flowering.
By Amy Grant
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Overwatered Christmas Cactus Care: Save Your Plant With These Simple StepsHave you overwatered your Christmas cactus? Learn how to revive soggy plants, prevent root rot, and keep them thriving for the holidays and beyond.
By Amy Grant
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Common Christmas Cactus Diseases: How To Identify, Treat, And Save Your PlantLearn how to spot, treat, and prevent the most common Christmas cactus diseases to keep your plant healthy and flowering.
By Bonnie L. Grant

