An abrupt change in environment can cause Christmas cactus flowers to drop off. Q: What is it that makes the buds fall off of my Christmas cactus before they open? I've had this plant several years, ...

When the colder months arrive, and most plants slow down, there are certain beauties that spring into life. One amazing winter bloomer is the Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii). This plant ...

Christmas cacti require 12 hours of darkness for about eight weeks to form flower buds for holiday blooming. Ideal temperature conditions for flowering are 65°F to 70°F during the day and 55°F to 65°F ...

Moving your Christmas cactus outdoors during summer provides brighter light, consistent warmth, and higher humidity that can boost flower bud development. Transition your Christmas cactus gradually to ...

Q: My Christmas cactus had many buds, but lots of them fell off without opening up. What am I doing wrong?Mary Cannata, email A: In my experience, there are three things that could cause Christmas ...

Q The buds on my Christmas cactus fall off before opening. What causes this problem and how do I remedy it? A The masses of orchidlike flowers that Christmas cacti (Schlumbergera sp.) produce during ...

Question: My Christmas cactus has been growing outdoors. Can I bring it inside to flower? Answer: Plants can be like people and some don’t like to move that much. The best time to move your Christmas ...

Q: We have a row of junipers in our back yard, and in previous years we’ve wrapped them for winter protection, but now they’re too big. This year we started shaking them to clear the snow as they ...

Find out how and when to move your Christmas cactus outdoors successfully for the summer. Moving your Christmas cactus outdoors during summer provides brighter light, consistent warmth, and higher ...