After your Christmas cactus has rooted, it’s time to help it adjust and thrive in its new home. Place the plant in bright, ...

I know it's only November, but I recently bought Rhipsalis pilocarpa, the gorgeous mistletoe cactus, so I thought a "how to" guide for this remarkable houseplant would be extremely handy. I know it’s ...

Cacti are an excellent choice for plant enthusiasts. While they do have some specific needs, many are easy to grow and maintain in the home environment. Question: I’ve been growing many types of ...

Newly potted cuttings or divisions of Christmas cactus will need adequate care to ensure they develop healthy roots. "I make ...

Skip the mums—add a Thanksgiving cactus to your space this fall. Here’s how to grow, care for, and get blooms from this ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden in Claremont displays the ravishing ...

What do a cactus, a bowl of spicy salsa and sour milk have in common? They all have a single mysterious power over us … they all force us toward the need to personally experience the potentially ...

Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. If you grow cactus and succulents as houseplants, ...

Cactus plants are perfect for balcony gardens because they need very little care, thrive in bright light, and look beautiful all year round. Their unique shapes and textures make them great decorative ...