Botanical Name: Schlumbergera or Zygocactus
Common Name: Christams Cactus
Origin: Brazil
Available in 2 sizes:
The Dirt: Sometimes the Christmas cactus will surprise you with additional blooms later in winter and spring!\
Tending Tip: The secret to getting multiple winter blooms is moving the plant outside in summer. Provide a location with bright, indirect sunlight; if the stems start to turn purplish-red, they’re getting too much sun; bring inside before temperatures dip below 50°F
Fertilizing: From spring to summer, feed with an ¼ strength dilution of all-purpose house plant fertilizer; stop feeding in fall and begin feeding again in late winter
Bright, indirect sunlight is best to encourage full growth and late fall bud set
Provide even moisture; stop watering in fall until plants set buds; water lightly until flowering stops
Average room temperatures between 65-75°F are preferred; cooler night temperatures between 55-65°F a
Not toxic, best to keep away from furry friends and children