Learn the five signs of an overwatered Christmas cactus, how to save it from root rot, and how to water correctly to prevent ...
By: Olivia McClure. LSU AgCenter The joy of the holiday season can feel fleeting There’s a blur of get-togethers, cooking, shopping, and then, suddenly, it’s all over. A plant that’s commonly used for ...
Sugar water is sometimes recommended as a quick hack for encouraging more Christmas cactus blooms. It might be an ...
Watering: Water the soil only when it feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering as Christmas Cacti dislike soggy roots. Martha recommends using a succulent or cactus soil mix, specifically ...
Christmas cactus originates from the rainforests of South America and is not the typical cactus we know from desert-like ...
Find out when your Christmas cactus needs repotting and how to do it properly so your plant keeps on thriving.
Holiday cacti can provide many years of enjoyment if you take good care of them. Once they finish flowering, the cacti move ...
● Rooting: Place the cutting in a glass of water or a well-draining rooting medium (a mix of perlite and peat moss works well ...
Fill a 4- to 6-inch pot with potting soil, cactus soil mix, or a sand-peat mixture. Take cuttings of one to four segments and set them in a cool, dry place for several days until the cut end dries out ...
The Christmas cactus is beautiful and easy to maintain. Here’s your guide to Christmas cactus care, from getting plants to ...
If it's hard getting your Christmas cactus to bloom, you may try any garden hack, including your morning coffee. Here's ...
The Christmas cactus is one of the most popular festive houseplants, but despite its name, it’s particularly vulnerable to ...