The star cactus does best with eight to 10 hours of sunlight, so it's best to leave on the windowsill. It can be a little finicky with water, so only give it a drink when it’s really dry. Plant ...

Christmas cactus plants have scalloped stem segments and do not have pointed “teeth.”Commonly, they produce about 3” red blooms from late November all the way into early February.

With the right Easter cactus care, your plant will produce plenty of flowers. An Easter cactus is a blooming houseplant that offers vibrant star-shaped flowers, which typically appear from March ...

Facts about Christmas cacti and how to care for the tropical plants that thrive in cool temps By Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram December 15, 2023 6:00 AM ...

How To Propagate Easter Cactus. These plants are incredibly easy to propagate. Cut or twist off a length of stem containing three to five segments, dip the cut end into rooting hormone, and place ...

How to care for a Christmas Cactus. Not only is this plant extremely popular but it is also easy to care for. A well-cared for plant can last 20 to 30 years.

WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including how to care for a cactus plant, where to find free seeds and more.

Your Christmas cactus grows best in bright light and should be kept in a pot or container and placed within 6 feet of a window or closer. Once new growth begins, prune plants to force more branching.

Known as Easter cactus, this lovely plant has interesting flattened stems, an elegant weeping form, and exquisite star-shaped flowers in rich shades of red, orange, pink, or white.