Christmas Cactus
Get ready for the holidays with the Zygocactus Christmas Cactus! Also known as "Zygocactus" or "Holiday Cactus", this plant blooms profusely during the holiday season. Best in diffused sun or shade, it's easy to take care of by watering when soil surface is dry. Enjoy its height/spread of 18-30" and hardiness in zones 9-11.
Attracts,
Brand,
Brand,
Botanical Name,Schlumbergera truncata
Bulb Size,
Bulbs per Package,
Deer Resistant,
Evergreen or Deciduous,Evergreen
Family,
Family Name,Christmas Cactus
Flower Color,
Bloom Time,Late Fall
Foliage Color,Green
Genus,
Genus Name,Schlumbergera
Model,
Tomato Class,
Tomato Type,
Weather,
Days to Emerge,
Days to Maturity,
Edible,
Features,
Growth Rate,Slow
Hardiness,
Hardiness Zone,10b
Harvest Season,
Landscape Uses,Accent, Container, Basket
Light Needs,Indoor High Light, Indoor Medium Light
Mature Height,12 inches
Mature Width,18 inches
Prune Time,
Self Pollinating,
Water Needs,Low
Waterwise,
Essentials for Success
For thriving plants, use EB Stone Potting Soil for containers or EB Stone Planting Mix for garden beds. Pair either with EB Stone Sure Start to encourage strong root development and help reduce transplant shock.
Details
The Christmas cactus (Zygocactus) is a multi-stemmed, succulent plant with a spreading, arching growth habit. Its segments are flat and segmented, resembling pads, and it blooms in vibrant shades of pink, red, white, or purple during the winter months, adding a festive touch to any home.
This is a relatively low-maintenance plant, and should only be pruned after flowering to avoid removing any of the current season's blossoms.
Christmas cactus is recommended for the following landscape applications:- Accent
- Mass Planting
- Container Planting
- Hanging Baskets
- Indoor Decoration
Features
Christmas cactus features stunning, colorful blooms against its deep green, segmented foliage, making it a popular plant for holiday décor and winter blooms.
Care
Growing
Place your Christmas cactus (Zygocactus) in bright, indirect light, away from direct sunlight to avoid sunburn. This plant thrives in temperatures between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit (15-21°C). It enjoys humidity, so consider placing it in a bathroom or near a humidifier, especially during dry winter months. Water your Christmas cactus when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. Ensure the pot has good drainage, and avoid letting the plant sit in water to prevent root rot. During its flowering period (typically around winter), the plant may need slightly more frequent watering, but be sure to let it dry out between waterings.
