Charming, cheerful, and truly a character to have in the home, the ever-so-abundant Christmas cactus (or Schlumbergera) has become quite a popular bloom over the years, and rightly so. Its bright, ...

Christmas cactuses are easy-going, tropical plants that grow well in most homes and rarely need pruning. But if your plant is overgrown or you want to create new cactus plants from stem cuttings, it ...

Along with shorter days and cooler weather, the Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) in your living room also heralds the arrival of the holiday season. While its long, bright, tubular blooms are a ...

Your Christmas cactus needs crucial care in January, here's what you can do right now to make sure it blooms beautifully.

Can I cut the foliage back on my Christmas cactuses? I have several that are now 3 or 4 years old and are getting rather leggy. Please let me know what you think. — Ned You can prune your Christmas ...

QUESTION: Can I cut the foliage back on my holiday cactuses? I have several that are now three or four years old and are getting rather leggy. I would rather not repot them as space is limited on my ...

When caring for a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi), it's important to familiarize yourself with its unusual demands and preferences. For instance, these plants love to be watered with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Learn more about these vibrant holiday cacti and how to properly grow them. Season's greenings! Christmas cacti have officially ...