Blooming Pink Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus Plant in a white pot with pink ribbon.
Care instructions:
Christmas cactus needs watering every two to three weeks.
To check if your plant is dry enough for watering, insert your finger two to three inches beneath the surface of the soil. If the soil is dry for those inches, then it is time to water your Schlumbergera.
Place your plant into the shower, sink, or outside on a patio, soak the plant with water letting the water run out of the drainage holes. Once thoroughly wet, let the plant drain for about 15 to 30 minutes before bringing it back inside. When bringing your plant back inside, leave it on a tray or plate to catch any remaining leakage. By watering your plant using the soak and dry method, your plant will be in optimal conditions for the next few weeks waiting for the next watering.
Ensure not to overwater or let your Christmas cactus sit in water for too long. The drainage holes will allow excess water to escape but empty the water that drains into the plate as needed. Allowing your cacti to sit in water will lead your cacti to be susceptible to root rot and mealy bugs.
Schlumbergera prefers indirect sunlight and needs extended darkness. Direct sunlight on these flowering plants, especially if during the peak of the day, will cause severe burns and damage your beloved indoor plant. No matter the blooming season, Holiday cacti prefer an average of 14-hour darkness periods per day.
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