Christmas Cactus and its holiday brethren, the Thanksgiving & Easter Cactus, are some of the most fun indoor succulents to grow. They produce elegant overflowing growth and colorful flowers in the ...

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Phalaenopsis orchids feel extravagant, yet they are built for indoor life, with blooms that can last six to 12 weeks. They ...

Houseplants that bloom indoors are often treated like décor: once buds fade, the instinct is to refresh the pot, give more soil, and help the roots. For many bloomers, that kindness backfires. A ...

Repotting is messy work. It's not something every houseplant owner wants to do. Thankfully, quite a few plants are happy to ...

After a Christmas cactus shows off its holiday blooms, it needs time to recover. Help your plant get the rest it needs after ...

Holiday cactus are cherished houseplants that brighten the darker months with colorful blooms. Though commonly associated with winter holidays, they have a rich natural history and specific needs that ...

Christmas cactuses, and the closely related Thanksgiving and Easter cactuses, are not your standard cactus plants. Not only do these cactuses not produce spines, but they’re actually tropical plants ...

Some of the most striking houseplants are succulents with unusual leaves. Unlike blooms that fade, unique foliage can steal the show year-round.

With just a little care, these holiday plants will continue to brighten our spaces long after the season has ended. For all ...

Shallow pots work well for many succulents because they dry more evenly than deep containers. Pots that are too deep for a plant’s root system stay wet too long, which is a major cause of indoor ...

Learn how to care for your Christmas cactus with these simple steps to ensure beautiful blooms and an overall healthy plant!