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Joyful and full of life, the ever-so-cheerful Christmas cactus — Schlumbergera — is a houseplant many adore. Its bright ...

When the tree comes down and the holiday decorations are packed away, our homes can feel empty and dreary. Brighten up your ...

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Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera) is rather insignificant, but with proper care it can become an annual Christmas star.

Schlumbergera, or holiday cacti, are native to Brazil’s humid Latin American rainforests. Exported to Europe in the early ...

"If you follow all the right Christmas cactus care and growth tips, your plant can live for decades — 30 years or longer," ...