Houseplants might not be top of your agenda this time of year, but there's more to festive foliage than holly, mistletoe, and poinsettias. The Christmas cactus is one of the best ways to introduce a ...

Repotting a Christmas cactus occasionally ensures your plant remains healthy and flourishing throughout the years. Although this beautiful, resilient flowering succulent can thrive in less-than-ideal ...

This simple step will help your holiday cactus thrive. ‘Tis the season when your Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) is full of buds preparing to open. If you look forward to your plant’s spectacular ...

Repot Christmas cactus every three to four years in late winter or early spring—never while it’s blooming. Choose a pot about 2 inches wider than its current one. Use a light, well-draining potting ...

Repot the cactus during its active growing season. Mix your own potting mix for ideal results. Protect your plant and yourself by wrapping cacti in a thick kitchen towel or layered newspaper.

Good news: the process of repotting plants is a fairly simple one. Generally speaking, plants will require a repot either annually or at least every two years to keep them looking their best for years ...

Repotting is messy work. It's not something every houseplant owner wants to do. Thankfully, quite a few plants are happy to ...

Christmas cacti (schlumbergera) are the perfect festive plant. They will continue to look great into January but may need some special care as the year draws on. Michael Perry, also known as Mr Plant ...