When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images As you can tell by now, the Christmas cactus is the houseplant of the season ...

Learn the five signs of an overwatered Christmas cactus, how to save it from root rot, and how to water correctly to prevent ...

Columnist shares more on holiday plants, including Christmas cactus, poinsettias, amaryllis, and Norfolk Island pines.

A Christmas cactus grows best when it's slightly pot-bound. In fact, most Christmas cacti thrive for many years without being ...

Dense or compacted soil retains too much moisture and it can keep air from flowing around the roots of a Christmas cactus. In ...

Q. Why do cactus plants have no leaves? A. This is a great question. Most cacti are lacking traditional leaves because they evolved and grow in a hot, dry environment. Their adaptation is one of ...

Find out when your Christmas cactus needs repotting and how to do it properly so your plant keeps on thriving.

A Christmas cactus drops leaves when it's overwatered or underwatered. Keep soil slightly damp with good drainage, and water only when the top inch or two dries. Pests can also cause leaf drop, so ...

Christmas cactus is one of those holiday plants that people are able to grow year after year. Part of the fun of growing them is to get them to flower again during future Christmas seasons. However, ...

I know that eating cactus leaves might seem a little cuckoo to those who have never given them a try. But cooked, these leaves have an appealing texture and taste like green beans garnished with a ...

The position of your Christmas cactus within your home can not only determine its ability to thrive but also how much joyful ...