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 ...

Step 1: Get the Perfect Cutting — "Make sure you are taking cuttings from a mature, healthy parent plant," says Lina Cowley, ...

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.

This cactus thrives in a well-draining mix of potting soil, peat moss, and sand or perlite, and prefers soil that stays ...

No, it's not a standard cactus that's been given a festive makeover, decorated with a string of tinsel, and topped with a crowning star. A Christmas cactus is actually a cheery plant that gets its ...

Q. I enjoy your column and especially your advice on Christmas cactus plants. I'm planning to repot in February as you recently suggested. Can you tell me what kind of soil to use? Prebagged or mix my ...

The schlumbergera, also known as a Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter cactus, are hugely popular during winter. The flowers that bloom are incredibly festive, and can brighten up any room. According to ...

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 ...