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How often do you water holiday cactus?
every 2-3 weeks
Plan to water every 2-3 weeks, but only water when the top one third of soil feels dry to the touch. For example, if the plant is in 6 inches of soil, water when the top 2 inches feel dry. (Use your finger to check!)
How do I look after my holiday cactus?
An ideal situation would be well-lit yet out of direct sunlight with a humid atmosphere. Improve humidity by using gravel-filled saucers to place your plants upon and keep this moist. Re-pot once a year (or at least every two years) to maintain healthy growth.
How much light does a holiday cactus need?
Christmas cacti produce flowers in a cool, environment-short day cycle. To initiate the production of flower buds, there needs to be at least eight days of 16 hours of dark and eight hours of light each day. Wherever the plant is placed, do not turn on the lights at night, even for a short period of time.
How long does a holiday cactus last?
They’re gorgeous blooming succulents that can live up to 100 years! That’s right! This plant, when properly cared for, will survive for decades.
Should I fertilize my Christmas cactus while it is blooming?
If you continue feeding the plant when it is not actively growing, the salt can build up in the bud, which will keep it from blooming. Never fertilize a Christmas cactus when the plant begins to flower because it can cause the buds to fall.
How to care for a Christmas cactus plant?
Holiday cactus care, including both Thanksgiving and Christmas cactus plants, is simple. Learn how to care for this epiphyte tropical cactus, including how to propagate it and how to encourage blooming! Time for another grandma plant post!
When to take cuttings from holiday cactus plant?
More Holiday Cactus Care Tips. Keep your holiday cactus plants out of the sun in the summer, hot sun could damage the plant. The best time to take cuttings for propagation is after your holiday cactus is done blooming.
Do you need to water your holiday cactus?
No matter which holiday cactus you have, the Christmas cactus, Thanksgiving cactus, or the Easter cactus, most problems are because of improper watering. Although a real cactus, your holiday cactus is a tropical plant. Don’t think it doesn’t need a lot of water. I t does.
What’s the best way to care for cacti?
Get to know your cacti well and know what works for them. For indoor cacti, to get adequate light, ensure they are 4 feet of the window if it faces the east or south. Keep rotating the plant because too much sunlight will make them turn yellow or white.