How many times a year does Christmas cactus bloom?

1. How many times does it bloom?

Christmas cactus usually blooms twice a year, the first flowering is around April each year, and the second flowering is 3 to 4 months after the first flowering. Some Christmas cacti will bloom three times a year, but this is rare. The flowering time and period are closely related to the growing environment and the health status of the plant.

The suitable temperature for Christmas cactus to bloom is 10-15℃. It needs to be placed indoors for maintenance in winter. Only by ensuring the suitable temperature can the flowering period be longer.

2. How to make it bloom more

1. Increase light: If you want it to bloom more, you must give it enough light and avoid exposing it to strong sunlight. If you grow it indoors, place it in a sunny spot.

2. Adjust the temperature: If it does not bloom, it is because the breeding temperature is too low. The temperature needs to be raised in time. Only when the temperature is kept above 15°C can it bloom normally.

3. Appropriate fertilization: It can only bloom more flowers when there is sufficient nutrition. Apply more nitrogen fertilizer during the growth period and more phosphorus and potassium fertilizer during the bud formation period to help the plant differentiate flower buds. Be careful not to touch the leaves when applying fertilizer, otherwise it will burn them.