Rooting christmas cactus

It’s easy to propagate your Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera). Learn when and how to root the cuttings or divide mature plants step-by-step.

Propagating a Christmas cactus is incredibly easy and probably one of the easiest plants to root. Many times Christmas cacti are passed down in families. Many cuttings are taken from the mother plant and rooted

Growing Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) from cuttings is easy. This also works for Thanksgiving and Easter holiday cactus plants. See how to take a section of leaf stem and grow new plants.

Root rot is a fungal disease that causes plant roots to decay. It is a fairly common problem in Christmas cactus plants and related species, the Easter and Thanksgiving cactus. Christmas cactus root rot may result from overwatering or poor drainage. When soil gets waterlogged, roots stop getting oxygen, making them suffocate and die. Additionally,...

If you can't seem to get your Christmas cactus to bloom or grow, one or more of these common Christmas cactus mistakes are the culprit.

Learn how to fertilize your Christmas cactus for optimal growth! Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer with equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Fertilize during the growing season (spring and summer) every 4-6 weeks, diluting the fertilizer to half strength. Avoid fertilizing during the dormant period in fall and winter. Follow these expert tips to keep your Christmas cactus healthy and blooming beautifully!

Christmas cacti are loved for their vibrant winter blooms, but what if yours didn’t flower this year? Discover essential Christmas cactus care tips to ensure your plant thrives and blooms during the colder months. Learn how to take care of your Christmas cactus and explore the common reasons why your Christmas cactus won’t bloom. Find out how to revive your plant for next season! Click here to read more.

Here are some care secrets for you to encourage your Christmas cactus to bloom, even well beyond the holiday season.

Repotting a Christmas cactus isn’t a difficult task, however, you might need to be gentle when transplanting older plants or plans that are root bound. Learn All About Repotting Christmas Cactus I'll Also tell you why How And When To Do It, And The Best Soil Mix and correct pot size To Use when transplanting a christmas cactus!