Schlumbergera 'Christmas Cactus' Size:4” Pot or utilize a grow light

or utilize a grow light if your space doesn't provide enough natural lighting

Whether you’re growing in hanging baskets

and consistently moist

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

Schlumbergera 'Christmas Cactus' Size:4” Pot or utilize a grow lightThis 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.