If ever there was a doubt about how much a plant can come to mean to someone, behold the humble Christmas cactus. Big on blooms and memories this time of year, the long-lived houseplants have a ...

Pruning Christmas cactus isn't required, but it can help plants grow better and flower more. Christmas cactuses are easy-going, tropical plants that grow well in most homes and rarely need pruning.

A: Christmas cactus likes to be repotted every three to four years. They prefer very well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. You can start with regular, good-quality potting soil.

There are two types of cacti – desert types and forest types. Desert cacti are very hardy and thrive in full sun, low water, ...

Q: I have two Christmas cacti and they performed beautifully this year. I am concerned about one of them, though. It must be ...