The Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera russelliana) is often bred with truncata to form Schlumbergera x buckleyi. The Christmas cactus has flat, segmented leaves very similar to the Thanksgiving cactus.

First time caring for a plant? Then you will love these low-maintenance varieties. The post 8 Easy Types of Cactus for Beginner Gardeners to Grow appeared first on Family Handyman.

Discover the secrets to vibrant Easter cactus flowers and follow these key steps to ensure spectacular blooms just in time for spring.

Cactus spines, especially on the local barrel cactus, also protect plants from herbivores and help reduce water loss by slowing air movement.

The golden barrel cactus is also known as the Mother in Law's Chair, as Stevens hilariously told us! They're capable of surviving colder temperatures and are also very drought tolerant.

Follow these Thanksgiving cactus care tips to make your favorite holiday plant last for decades. Here's how to care for a Thanksgiving cactus.

The holiday season is ripe with choices for indoor plants. Poinsettias, cyclamen, Christmas cactus and florist hydrangeas are all at their peak, and can be found at the garden shop ...

H oliday cactus is often received as a gift over the Christmas holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter cactus are often grouped into the term “holiday cactus” category because of the ...