With its exotic flowers that last for months, the Thanksgiving cactus (Schlumbergera truncata) is a holiday favorite that looks great in homes year-round. The plants are easy to grow, and Thanksgiving ...

Plants give me a lot of peace; having them around me allows me to unwind. I have been a horticultural advisor with the Royal Horticultural Society for more than 12 years and during that time, one of ...

The Christmas cactus is beautiful and easy to maintain. Here’s your guide to Christmas cactus care, from getting plants to ...

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WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips, including how to care for a cactus plant, where to find free seeds and more. Visit the Seed Savers Exchange website or the ...

A Christmas cactus won't bloom unless it gets 12-14 hours of darkness for 8 weeks in the fall. Warm temperatures, late fertilization, and improper watering prevent blooming. Only move your Christmas ...

When it comes to holiday plants, poinsettias and amaryllis are at the top of our winter favorites list. But if you want a ...

CHICAGO — WGN’s “Plant Daddy” Tim Joyce is back to share some weekend gardening tips and discuss an event taking place this weekend. Chris Vasilakis and Ray Jorgensen from the Cactus & Succulent ...

Nothing extends a holiday welcome like a cheery Christmas Cactus. With its dark green toothy leaves and bright pendulous blooms, the Christmas Cactus is a favorite Yuletide plant. The original plant, ...