How often should I water the Christmas cactus?

1. Spring watering

The temperature gradually warms up in spring, and the frequency of watering also gradually increases. If there is a lack of water, the soil will be dry and growth will be restricted. It only needs to be watered every 7 days or so. At the end of spring, when summer is approaching, the temperature gradually rises and it can be watered every 3-5 days.

2. Watering in summer

During the growth stage of Christmas cactus, water can be applied every 1-2 days to ensure that water evaporation can be replenished. When the temperature gradually rises, Christmas cactus will enter a semi-dormant state. At this time, you cannot water it at the original frequency. You need to control the water content and keep the soil in the pot only slightly moist.

3. Watering in Autumn

Autumn is also a period of vigorous growth. Under normal circumstances, you can water it every 5-7 days. At the end of autumn, the temperature gradually drops and the growth begins to slow down. At this time, the watering interval can be extended.

4. Watering in winter

The temperature is lower in winter and water evaporates relatively slowly, so watering once every 7-10 days is enough to meet growth needs. It will bloom in winter and spring. You need to control watering during the flowering period and not water too much to prevent the flowers from falling.