Description
The Christmas Cactus is a stunning houseplant known for its arching, segmented stems and bright winter blooms. Its flat, waxy pads spill over the edges of pots and hanging baskets, creating a soft, flowing shape. In late winter, the Christmas Cactus bursts into showy tubular flowers, making it a cheerful addition to any indoor space. It’s an easy, low-maintenance plant that’s perfect for beginners.
Growing up to 12 inches tall and 24 inches wide indoors, this cactus thrives in bright indirect or direct sunlight. It prefers very dry, well-drained soil and should only be watered once the top few inches are completely dry—often just once every few weeks. This succulent grows best in sandy, poor soil and doesn’t need fertilizer. With average humidity and warm temperatures, it can live for many years and remain a colorful favorite.
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Each plant comes in a 8″ growers pot. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Schlumbergera truncata
Other Names: Easter Cactus, Shrimp Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus, Zygo Cactus
Light: Bright direct or indirect sunlight
Watering: Allow soil to fully dry; water every few weeks
Humidity: Average humidity
Temperature: 60 – 85 degrees
Soil: Poor, sandy soil
Toxic: Not toxic to pets & humans
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