The first blooms of Christmas Cactus began

Christmas Cactus, also known as Schlumbergera, are popular indoor plants appreciated for their colourful flowers and easy maintenance. These succulent plants from the tropical forests of Brazil usually bloom in autumn or winter, making it a joyful addition to the Christmas decoration.

If you notice that the first flowering of your Christmas Cactus has begun, it means that you have taken good care of your plant and that it is healthy. To prolong the flowering, make sure to place your cactus in a bright place but in direct sunlight. Water it sparingly and make sure that the soil dries between the waterings.

The flowers of the Christmas Cactus can be of different colors, ranging from white to bright pink through red. Enjoy their beauty and delicacy throughout the flowering season.

How to transplant a Christmas cactus

Transplantation is a common propagation technique used to create new plant varieties, including Christmas Cactus. Here is a step-by-step guide to graft your cactus:

  • Choose a healthy mother cactus and a suitable rootstock. Make sure both plants are of similar sizes.
  • Disinfect your grafting tools to avoid contamination. Use a sharp knife to cut both plants.
  • Cut a small section of the mother cactus and rootstock so they can fit perfectly.
  • Assemble both parts and hold them together with an elastic or string. Make sure they are in contact to facilitate recovery.
  • Place the graft in a bright place but in direct sunlight. Water moderately and wait for the transplant to take place.
  • Once the transplant is well established, remove the elastic or string and observe the growth of your new Christmas cactus.

The transplant can be a fun and rewarding way to create new varieties of Christmas Cactus and experiment with different combinations of colors and shapes.

Hoa càng cua

Hoa càng cua, also known as the crab flower, is a variety of cactus of the Schlumbergera family. This unique plant is distinguished by its spectacular tentacles-shaped flowers that resemble crab legs. Hoa càng cua flowers can be of different colours, ranging from pale pink to deep purple.

To take care of your hoa càng cua, make sure to provide it with good drainage and moderate watering. Place it in a bright place but in direct sunlight to promote an abundant and prolonged flowering.

In conclusion, Christmas Cactus are beautiful plants that add a touch of color and happiness to your interior, especially during the first flowering. By following appropriate transplant and care advice, you can create and maintain a diverse collection of Christmas Cactus, including varieties such as hoa càng cua.