Christmas Flowers

Christmas Cactus

If you want to give something unusual to your dad or uncle this Christmas then give him a potted plant. Although poinsettia is the most popular plant of the Christmas season, Christmas cactus is also a favorite Christmas plant. Its popularity is mainly because it is very bright and do not require much care. It is very easy to maintain and at the same time it looks awesome.

Although it is called a cactus, Christmas cactus thrives best in temperate climates. There are some easy steps that needs to be followed to keep the Christmas cactus healthy. They are as follows:

Light
Christmas cactus should never be kept in direct sunlight. It is appropriate as an indoor plant. If you want to keep the plant outdoor then ensure that you keep the plant in shaded place. Direct sunlight have a burning effect on Christmas cactus plant.

Water
Healthy Christmas cactus plant require a regular watering schedule. This plant cannot survive in drought conditions. For proper growth of the plant the soil should be moist. However over-watering should be avoided. The plant should be regularly watered during the flowering season.

Soil
Christmas cactus grows best in well-drained soil. It requires well fertilized soil. Try a mix of light sand, garden loam and organic fertilizer. This mixture works as a catalyst in the flowering process.

Pruning
After the flowering season the Christmas cactus should be punned. This will encourage new branches to grow and the plant will flower the next season as well.

Potted plant is a very interesting Christmas gift idea. Christmas cactus is a very popular Christmas gift idea for people interested in gardening. If you are looking for interesting Christmas gift ideas then try the other articles in christmas.dgreetings.com.

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