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Can’t get your Christmas cactus to flower? Try this simple DIY potting mix
This recipe is easy to follow to make your own Christmas cactus potting mix. These succulents need a well-draining, ...
Country Living UK on MSN
How to care for a Christmas cactus and get spectacular blooms
The Christmas cactus is beautiful and easy to maintain. Here’s your guide to Christmas cactus care, from getting plants to ...
Martha Stewart on MSN
How to prune a Christmas cactus so it thrives for decades, according to horticulturists
Another reason to prune Christmas cactus is to control its size. “An old plant can trail more than 2 feet,” says Hancock, adding that these plants can live for decades. Finally, gardeners may prune ...
A Christmas cactus thrives when its soil mimics its natural rainforest home—moist, airy, and fast-draining to keep roots healthy. Experts say the best mix uses regular potting soil blended with ...
Southern Living on MSN
Can Coffee Grounds Help Your Christmas Cactus Thrive?
If it's hard getting your Christmas cactus to bloom, you may try any garden hack, including your morning coffee. Here's ...
A group of various cacti in small pots - Elena_Alex_Ferns/Shutterstock Cacti are tolerant to drought and hard to kill, making them ideal for aspiring gardeners whose ...
Just go to any garden center this time of year and the impulse aisles will be full of plants that can be given as gifts. Rarely do these plants come with instructions and often don’t make it long past ...
Question: I have several cactuses that are growing rapidly and will soon need new containers. I have regular potting soil. Is this suitable? Answer: Potting soils suitable for most foliage plants ...
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