The Secret to Making Your Christmas Cactus Bloom More Flowers
A Christmas cactus in full bloom is one of the most beautiful sights of the holiday season — those vivid pink, red, or white blossoms adding color and cheer when most other plants are resting. But getting your Christmas cactus to actually bloom — and bloom abundantly — can be tricky.
If your plant has been stubbornly green year after year, don’t worry. With a few simple care adjustments and a bit of timing, you can unlock the secret to encouraging your Christmas cactus to burst into a stunning display of flowers right in time for the holidays.
Understanding Your Christmas Cactus
First, it’s helpful to know that the Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) isn’t like your typical desert cactus. It’s actually a tropical plant, native to the shady, humid forests of Brazil. Instead of thriving in hot, dry conditions, it prefers cooler temperatures, moderate light, and a touch of moisture — more like a houseplant than a cactus.
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