Types of christmas cactus

Did you know that there are actually 3 distinct types of holiday cactus? Despite what garden centers will have you believe, there’s a difference between Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter cacti. In this guide I share how to tell the differences between them by looking at the leaves, growth habits, and flower shape. Discover which holiday cactus varieties you’re actually growing with my easy identification tips, and you’ll be able to care for yours and help it bloom at the right time of…

Three very similar plants that are grown and sold for holiday décor and gifting are the “Thanksgiving cactus”, “Easter cactus”, and "Christmas cactus". These are more generically sold with the name “holiday cactus” and can be easily confused with one another. Learn how to tell the difference between a Christmas cactus, Thanksgiving cactus, and Easter Cactus by clicking on this pin or saving it for later.

Here are some care secrets for you to encourage your Christmas cactus to bloom, even well beyond the holiday season.

Holiday cacti can be confusing. What we often call a Christmas cactus may be Thanksgiving or Easter. Here's how to tell the difference.

Christmas cacti are loved for their vibrant winter blooms, but what if yours didn’t flower this year? Discover essential Christmas cactus care tips to ensure your plant thrives and blooms during the colder months. Learn how to take care of your Christmas cactus and explore the common reasons why your Christmas cactus won’t bloom. Find out how to revive your plant for next season! Click here to read more.

Wondering what type of holiday cactus you have? Learn how to tell the difference between Thanksgiving Cactus, Christmas Cactus, and Easter Cactus.

Get some tips for Thanksgiving cactus care - one of several holiday plants that flowers beautifully in the fall and winter months.

Did you know that a Christmas cactus needs 12 to 15 hours of nightly darkness in October and November to bloom during the holidays? This foolproof guide will teach you exactly what you need to do each month to get your Christmas cactus to bloom in December. #christmas #cactus #succulents #planttips

Most Christmas cactus are actually Thanksgiving cactus! Learn how to tell the difference between Christmas cactus and Thanksgiving cactus, and how to take care of these amazing plants from the Brazilian rainforest - they need very different care than their spiny, desert-dwelling cacti cousins. Click through to learn more.

Are you wondering why your Christmas Cactus is turning purple? There are actually many reasons why holiday cacti (including Christmas cacti and thanksgiving cacti) turn purple. The good part is that it can be reversed in many cases, and isn’t always cause for severe alarm. In this post, we'll explore the six most common reasons why Christmas cactuses turn purple