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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Ruth Doherty

How to make a Christmas cactus bloom – and enjoy its vibrant flowers year after year

Pink Christmas cactus flowers close up.

Christmas cactuses are loved for their colorful blooms, so if they fail to flower, it feels disappointing. The good news is, there are a few tips and tricks you can try to increase your chances of a festive display.

Usually, these houseplants bloom from November to January, but it does require a certain amount of Christmas cactus care. It’s not unheard of for them to flower again in early spring, too, if conditions are just right.

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