There are both types of cactuses, and they look almost identical. There are differences, however. As the name implies, the ...

Overwatering is one of the most common reasons Christmas cacti don’t bloom. When the soil stays soggy, the roots can’t get ...

Brighten Pennsylvania winters with Christmas cacti, a low-maintenance plant that delivers weeks of vibrant blooms and ...

Few houseplants are as synonymous with the Advent season as the Christmas cactus. When everything outside is gray, it typically opens its delicate pink, red, or white flowers, bringing a touch of ...

Learn the right time to water a Christmas cactus and the simple steps to take if you overwater, so your plant thrives all ...

Keep your Christmas cactus thriving during chilly Washington winters with expert watering tips for stunning holiday blooms.

One way to determine if a plant is a Christmas cactus versus a Thanksgiving cactus is to look at the shape of the plant.

The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) is a much-loved festive plant that puts on a spectacular floral display over the holidays. Unlike desert cacti, it hails from the humid tropical forests ...

At Akin’s Nursery in Shreveport, the shelves are lined with lush, blooming holiday cactuses — but most of them aren’t what ...

A Thanksgiving cactus needs darkness, cool nights, and limited watering for six weeks before the holiday to bloom on time. Because it’s a rainforest plant, steady moisture, good drainage, and partial ...

A Christmas cactus won't bloom unless it gets 12-14 hours of darkness for 8 weeks in the fall. Warm temperatures, late fertilization, and improper watering prevent blooming. Only move your Christmas ...

Two questions that get asked often during the holiday season are, "How do I get Christmas Cactus to bloom?" or "Why isn’t my ...