A Christmas cactus thrives when its soil mimics its natural rainforest home—moist, airy, and fast-draining to keep roots healthy. Experts say the best mix uses regular potting soil blended with ...

Talk to Gene Coats for a few minutes about growing cacti and succulents, and he'll mention the soil mix at least a dozen times. "That's how important it is," he said. "Without the right mix, your ...

While the Christmas Cactus might be more well-known, it's time for the Thanksgiving Cactus to get its own time in the shade.

Brighten winter with the vibrant blooms of a Christmas cactus. Learn how to care for this tropical beauty and keep it flowering year after year.

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Cacti are such fascinating plants, aren't they? With their unique shapes and incredible resilience, they bring a touch of the desert’s charm right into your home or garden. But there’s something truly ...

Imagine a mountainous and remote rainforest along the ocean coast. Whisps of fog drift through the trees as cascades of colorful flowers sweep down from plants perched high on the tree limbs. This is ...

It is undeniable that we all wanted to own a houseplant at some point in our lives. I mean, why not? It makes great room décor. It gives you oxygen in return for some love and care and it’s green!

A whole year time-lapse of growing a cactus plant from a seed. A cactus seed was chosen randomly from a mix varieties pack.

Unlike other succulents and cacti, the Christmas cactus is native to Brazil and prefers slight humidity. This succulent is named after the holiday season during which it blooms its magenta-colored ...