How to grow Christmas cactus

1. Appropriate moisture

Water it more during its growing season. It will enter a dormant state in summer, so reduce watering. Just keep the soil moist and slightly dry at all times. Never let water accumulate in the flowerpot, otherwise the roots will lack oxygen and rot. You can water it every 7-10 days in winter and spring.

2. Appropriate fertilization

If you want to grow it better, don't apply too much fertilizer and the concentration should not be too high. Too much fertilizer may cause root rot and the flowers will also be affected. You can apply more fertilizer in spring and less fertilizer in summer.

3. Suitable lighting

It prefers sunlight, and can only bloom better if it receives sufficient light. If it is in spring and winter, you can place it in a sunny location indoors so that it can grow better and the flowers it blooms will be brighter and more beautiful.

4. Suitable temperature

If you want it to grow better, you need to control the temperature at around 5-30℃. If the temperature is higher, its flowering period will be shorter. If the temperature is lower, the flowering will be slow, but the flowering period will be longer. As long as you control the temperature well, you can extend or shorten the flowering period.

5. Proper pruning

In order to ensure better flowering and sufficient nutrients, you can prune the plant appropriately when it sprouts. You don’t have to worry about the flower buds being too dense. It will also be more ornamental after flowering.