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Christmas Cactus

12/12/2017

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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.

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8/13/2022 01:29:17 am

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