The Christmas cactus prefers a little humidity — unlike other cacti and succulents —as well as bright, indirect sunlight.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Cacti are a fun addition to any houseplant collection! They vary in size, shape and bloom time, so they ...

The schlumbergera, also known as a Christmas, Thanksgiving or Easter cactus, are hugely popular during winter. The flowers that bloom are incredibly festive, and can brighten up any room. According to ...

The Christmas cactus is a beautiful low-maintenance houseplant that blooms year after year just in time for the holidays. These long-lived plants can survive for decades and are often passed from one ...

I wrote an article on July 23, 2009, for this column on preparing a landscape garden and planting cacti plants. I have been intrigued with cactus and how they can survive the most inhospitable growing ...

Cacti are an excellent choice for plant enthusiasts. While they do have some specific needs, many are easy to grow and maintain in the home environment. Question: I’ve been growing many types of ...

The pencil cactus, otherwise known as a 'milk bush' or euphorbia tirucalli, is a variety of cacti known for its signature, vertical pencil-like branches that grow in a candelabra pattern. Native to ...

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.

Editor's Note: This story was initially published on Dec. 20, 2020. Under the right conditions, Christmas cacti are the holiday plants that keep blooming, and not just for years. These tropical plants ...

Propagate succulents in the early spring using either leaves, cuttings, or offsets. Keep them in a well-draining pot with ...

If you're looking for a low-care houseplant that looks great, doesn't drop leaves, and doesn't need a ton of water or care, then you're probably in the market for a cactus! The best part of a cactus ...