How to Care for Christmas Cactus

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The Christmas cactus is everywhere during the holiday season, with good reason. It's a blooming succulent that is easy to care for, has gorgeous blooms, and when properly tended can live up to 100 years! That's right!

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Christmas cacti need bright, indirect sun. They'll burn in direct sunlight, so if you're placing yours indoors near a west or south-facing window, make sure it's filtered with a sheer curtain.

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They like humidity, so if your house is dry indoors in winter, put it on a tray of pebbles, or place it near other plants.

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Water when the top surface feels dry, and never let them sit in water.

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Christmas cacti prefer daytime temperatures of 65 to 70 degrees, and evening temperatures of 55 to 65 degrees.

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To make sure your cactus blooms well, fertilize monthly from June through August with a balanced houseplant fertilizer at half-strength.

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Although they enjoy plenty of bright sun, make sure it's indirect, as direct sunlight can burn the leaves.

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