Christmas Cactus

This beloved plant has been passed down for generations in many families. The easily-managed Christmas cactus has just a few requirements for beautiful blooms each year.

According to The Old Farmers Almanac (www.almanac.com), there are several types of Holiday Cacti - blooming either at Easter, Thanksgiving or Christmas.  Many of the cacti we believe to be Christmas cacti are actually Thanksgiving cacti.

General care for Christmas cacti

• Indirect, bright sunlight
• 60 - 70 degrees Farenheit
• If outdoors, keep cacti in a shady spot until the temperatures reach 50 and below.
• When the soil feels dry to the touch, soak the soil but do not let water sit in the container.
• Water well during flowering period
• Feed every 2 weeks from spring to early fall
• Feed monthly during fall and winter
• Prune plants in June to encourage branching and more flowers by cutting off a few sections of each stem. 
• Cut sections can be replanted in moist vermiculite to start more plants

For more information on how to solve cactus problems, visit the Old Farmer's Almanac.