Schlumbergera 'Christmas Cactus' Size:4” Pot They prefer to dry out

They prefer to dry out between waterings

Fertilize lightly every 4 weeks during the growing season and only repot infrequently

For optimal growth

Unlike their traditional cacti relatives

Schlumbergera 'Christmas Cactus' Size:4” Pot They prefer to dry outThis plant (Schlumbergera bridesii or Schlumbergera truncata), although known as cactus, is really a succulent, having its origins in the tropics. Like the poinsettia, the Christmas cactus needs to follow a pretty strict regimen in the fall in order to bloom at holiday time. In order for the plant to form flower buds for holiday blooms, it needs extended darkness for at least four weeks prior.