You’ll be able to keep the holiday spirit alive with these beautiful Christmas cacti.
They’re passed from generation-to-generation, and every year they bloom a red flower for your enjoyment!
1. They last almost forever
Christmas cacti are a much more lasting decoration than traditional Christmas trees or poinsettias. They last for decades, which means they’re going to be here long after this year’s holiday has come and gone!
2. Long-lasting blooms come back year after year
The colorful cheer of the Christmas cacti never ends, as they bloom year after year to welcome you into winter.
3. They’re easy to care for
Succulents are plants that don’t need much water or sun to thrive. They’re also tough enough for even an novice gardener!
- Watering Christmas Cactus
A succulent needs the soil to be moist. It has a delicate root system so it won’t tolerate sitting in water for long periods of time, but you can usually tell if your plant is getting enough by checking its potting mix – dry pots mean they’re thirsty!
- Soil and Fertilizer for Christmas Cactus
Christmas cactuses require soil that is well-draining, so a mixture of normal potting soil and fine bark works perfectly. This plant should be fed every two weeks with diluted liquid fertilizer as it needs special attention to flower properly before winter comes around in October or November.
Stop feeding about one month before winter blooms, just like how you would feed any other type of houseplant!
- Temperature and Humidity Requirements
The plant, being a tropical one needs the right conditions to grow. With high humidity and temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit they can flourish inside your home or office space as well!
4. They clean the air
Succulents are a great way to keep your home clean and fresh. They filter all kinds of indoor air pollutants, which help make the environment cleaner for you as well!
5. They are non-toxic to pets
Great news for people who have pets in their homes! They are non-toxic to pets, unlike the Christmas tree or poinsettia which can be poisonous for cats and dogs if they eat too much of it!
6. Christmas trees are bad for the environment
The Christmas tree industry is a major contributor to the destruction of our environment. Trees are being clearcut for their wood, which then end up in furniture ornaments made from them – not only that, but most live trees today come from illegally tapped logging concessions where it’s next-to impossible to enforce sustainable practices.
However, if you plan on getting a Christmas tree, we recommend a living Christmas tree in a pot, that can be replanted outdoors when you’re done with it.
7. They are the gift that keeps on giving
These cacti can live for decades, so you’ll be able to give your friends gifts every year. Break off just a few branches and plant them in other pots next spring!
Plus, you won’t have an eternity of dried out pine-needles to sweep up or a dead tree that needs cutting into pieces.