Houseplants might not be top of your agenda this time of year, but there's more to festive foliage than holly, mistletoe, and poinsettias. The Christmas cactus is one of the best ways to introduce a ...

Repot Christmas cactus every three to four years in late winter or early spring—never while it’s blooming. Choose a pot about 2 inches wider than its current one. Use a light, well-draining potting ...

Q: The Christmas cactus I inherited from my mom is 3 feet across. It’s quite uneven, short on the back side due to its previous growing conditions up against a window. The clay pot holds cement-like ...

Christmas cactus plants can be propagated using both water and soil methods, each with its own benefits. Propagation is best done when the plants are actively growing new leaves in late spring, ...

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During the winter months, your thriving, colorful spring garden can feel miles away. Fortunately, houseplants like the Christmas cactus can make even the dreariest of seasons feel a bit more joyful.