Christmas cactuses bloom in winter, when the days grow cool and short. While low light levels trigger flowering, fertilizing Christmas cactus at the right time and in the right way is key for getting ...

This time of year, the Christmas cactus is a natural choice for houseplant enthusiasts. It's known for brightening up the winter with its signature vibrant pink blooms from November to January, hence ...

Finding ways to reuse old coffee grounds is seriously satisfying, and it just so happens that during the festive season, there's a great way to use them on a seasonal plant. The Christmas cactus is a ...

Fertilize Christmas cacti monthly in the spring and summer during growth phases. Use a balanced 20-20-20 water-soluble fertilizer diluted to 50% strength. Move the cactus to a cooler, darker ...

Q: I have read your columns for years, including the ones on Christmas cactus, and enjoy them very much. I must have a “Thanksgiving cactus” since it seems to bloom in early November, and sometimes ...

You've chosen to bring in some color and festive joy into your home with the ever so abundant Christmas cacti, or Schlumbergera x buckleyi — a smart choice, if I may say so myself. And If you want to ...

We have a Christmas cactus that absolutely out-did itself this year. We enjoyed it so much and it is still magnificent. We are wondering how much to fertilize this plant. We have not really fed it for ...