With gorgeous blooms in festive hues, Christmas cactus makes ... used to propagate new plants for family and friends. Taking ...

A: There are two types of cacti – desert types and forest types. Desert cacti are very hardy and thrive in full sun, low water, and good drainage. Christmas (and Easter) cacti are forest cacti and are ...

Q: I realize it’s now spring, but I want to make a difference next Christmas. I have a very ... I’m wondering if they will put out normal new growth this spring. Is there anything special ...

Here's how: Prune a Christmas cactus right after it blooms, when it enters a new growth period extending its growth segments. Pruning will force the plant to branch out, and it will grow more of ...