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.
Christmas Cactus
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Common Christmas Cactus Diseases: How To Identify, Treat, And Save Your Plant
Learn how to spot, treat, and prevent the most common Christmas cactus diseases to keep your plant healthy and flowering.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Why Is My Christmas Cactus Turning Purple? And How To Make It Green Again
If your Christmas cactus leaves are purple or red instead of green, it's telling you that something isn't quite right. Learn the possible causes and solutions.
By Teo Spengler
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Christmas Cactus Root Rot: How To Identify, Treat & Prevent This Deadly Disease
Root rot must be treated promptly if plants are to survive. Learn how to spot the signs and save your Christmas cactus from this most dreaded disease.
By Teo Spengler
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Christmas Cactus Buds Falling Off: 8 Reasons For Bud Drop And How To Fix It
Nothing frustrates growers more than bud drop. But a few simple changes will have you on your way to a fully blooming Christmas cactus in time for the holidays.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Revive A Limp, Wilting Christmas Cactus – And Restore Its Blooming Vitality
A Christmas cactus wilting can be caused by a variety of factors. Diagnose the issue and learn the best cures to restore your holiday plant to full health.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Christmas Cactus Care Guide: Grow A Thriving Schlumbergera With Abundant Blooms
A flowering Christmas cactus is a sight to behold over the holiday season. Learn the plant's care requirements and it will reward you with a glorious display.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Cactus Fertilizer Guide: How And When To Feed Plants For Better Blooms
Encouraging a Christmas cactus to flower is a lot easier if plants are fertilized properly. Learn the species' feeding needs and enjoy generous holiday blooms.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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10 Christmas Cactus Problems Solved: Diagnose Common Issues For Healthy Flowering Plants
Is your Christmas cactus underperforming or in poor health? Diagnose and correct common problems affecting holiday cacti to keep them thriving and blooming.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Cactus Soil Guide: Choose The Best Potting Mix To Help Your Schlumbergera Thrive
The perfect Christmas cactus soil mix will keep this festive favorite thriving. Learn how to create a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting medium.
By Tonya Barnett
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Christmas Cactus Watering Guide: How Often To Water Plants For Better Blooms
Discover how often to water a Christmas cactus, how much, and how to avoid under and overwatering for healthy plants that flower reliably over the holidays.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Christmas Cactus Vs Thanksgiving Cactus: The Different Types Of Holiday Cactus Explained
Learn how to identify Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter cactus plants, and understand their slightly different care needs.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Christmas Cactus Cold Tolerance - How Cold Can Christmas Cactus Get
When you think of cactus, you probably envision a desert with heat wavering vistas and blazing sun. You aren't too far off the mark but the holiday cacti actually flower better in slightly cooler temperatures. Read here for Christmas cactus cold tolerance.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Christmas Cactus Pests – Treating Common Pests Of Christmas Cactus
Christmas cactus is a relatively low-maintenance, pest-resistant plant, but it can fall victim to a number of harmful pests. If you notice tiny bugs in Christmas cactus, take heart. This article will help with treating Christmas cactus pests.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Rootlike Growths On Christmas Cactus: Why Christmas Cactus Has Aerial Roots
While easy to grow and a cinch to propagate, the Christmas cactus has some unusual attributes that may cause you to wonder what's going on with your plant. Read this article to learn more about roots growing from Christmas cactus plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Christmas Cactus Toxicity: Care Of Christmas Cactus Around Pets
Christmas cacti are common gifts around the holidays with showy flowers present. The presence of small children and pets at family functions reminds us that not all plants are safe. Is Christmas cactus toxic? Read this article to find out.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Christmas Cactus Origin: Learn The History Of Christmas Cactus Plants
By Bonnie Grant
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Holiday Cactus Propagation: Growing Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter Cactus Cuttings
Click here to learn how to propagate holiday cactus for a gift that will give year after year.
By Bonnie L. Grant