Zygocactus 'Christmas Cactus'

Zygocactus 'Christmas Cactus'

Botanical Name: Schlumbergera truncata

Common Names: Zygocactus, Christmas Cactus

Description: The Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) is a true winter wonder, bringing color and cheer to your home during the chilly season. 

Known for its vibrant blooms that appear at the start of winter, it’s as iconic as Norfolk Island pines and poinsettias when it comes to holiday plants. Its fleshy, segmented stems are flattened, slightly serrated on each side, and serve as the perfect backdrop for the stunning flowers that emerge in late fall or early winter.

With proper care, your Christmas cactus can grow up to 2 feet wide in just a few years, making it a fantastic addition to any holiday display. To keep this beauty thriving, plant it in average soil and provide it with 4 to 6 hours of diffused light daily. Keep it in a cozy temperature range of 70-80ºF throughout the growing season and feed with half-strength water-soluble balanced fertilizer during spring and summer for the best results.

Celebrate the season with this charming, easy-to-care-for plant that’s guaranteed to add festive flair to your space!