Holiday Cactus Growing Guide

 

Photo source: Birds and Blooms

"A holiday cactus is a festive treat for gardeners. This easy-care houseplant is the gift that keeps on giving." - comment from Birds and Blooms

This beautiful cactus can also be grown outdoors in a subtropical climate.  We used to grow them in hanging pots for the carport jungle.

Click here to go to the article page on Birds and Blooms for everything you want to know about Christmas Cactus.

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Soil mix for cacti and succulents

My mind has been on those plants that can be grown as houseplants, which includes cacti and succulents.  The one thing that will provide great success is using a light soil mix . . . one that is heavy will kill those plants in a short time.

Click here for a great article about soil mix for those beautiful plants.

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