No, it's not a standard cactus that's been given a festive makeover, decorated with a string of tinsel, and topped with a crowning star. A Christmas cactus is actually a cheery plant that gets its ...

Discover why you shouldn't fertilize a holiday cactus in January and when to do it instead. Getting the timing wrong can ...

Whether you're keeping an indoor cactus or an outdoor one, virtually every succulent owner has fallen victim to the dreaded cactus lean. You think you're doing absolutely everything right when caring ...

A Thanksgiving cactus needs darkness, cool nights, and limited watering for six weeks before the holiday to bloom on time. Because it’s a rainforest plant, steady moisture, good drainage, and partial ...

Set in Southern California, my HO scale layout includes a Southern Pacific train order office surrounded by a desert scene. Although this arid landscape has sparse vegetation, my scene needed two ...

Next to poinsettias, the Christmas cactus can be a popular houseplant for the holidays. In general, they are easy to grow and can live for a long time with the proper care. Native to the tropics, they ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While Thanksgiving cacti thrive outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10–12, they also make excellent indoor ...