HOW TO PROPAGATE A CRISTMAS CACTUS

Christmas cactus is a tropical plant that grows well indoors. It likes bright indirect sun light. They need little water to prevent the roots to rot. Water them once every 10 days. The soil needs to be porous. keep the temperature around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. They bloom during the holiday season. They can produce beautiful bright colors. They can live a very long time. Enjoy them.

HOW TO PROPAGATE THEM

Propagating a Christmas cactus is very easy and simple. Twist off a healthy stem cutting from the plant. Take the cutting of the plant, place the cutting an inch deep in a plant container that has a well drained porous mix potting soil. keep the temperature around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the container in a bright place. Keep the soil moist. The roots will grow within a month. Enjoy the new Christmas Cactus.

PROBLEMS

The new plant can have a few problems if there is too much water. The roots will rot. The new plant won’t grow. If the temperature goes below 60 degrees the plant will go dormant. if the leaves look limp the humidity is too low. Cover the new plant with a clear plastic layer to create a green house effect. Christmas cactus grow very large. up to 3 feet or more. They form cascades of layers. regular pruning keep the beautiful and manageable. When they are well care they last for a long time. Enjoy them.