How to grow Christmas cactus? How to grow Christmas cactus and what to pay attention to

Christmas cactus has bright colors, a variety of flowers, and a unique shape with high ornamental value. It is very popular in life and is a favorite ornamental plant for many people to grow at home. However, some people do not understand the cultivation methods of Christmas cactus and have no idea how to grow it, which makes it difficult for them to grow the Christmas cactus they grow well. Today I will write down its cultivation methods in detail and share them with everyone. After understanding it, everyone will know what Christmas cactus should be like.

1. Growth habits

If you want to grow Christmas cactus well, you must have a comprehensive understanding of its growth habits. This plant likes a cool and warm environment and is relatively drought-resistant, but it is afraid of hot summer temperatures and is better at shade tolerance. When the external environment temperature is between 20 and 25 degrees, it grows fastest. When the temperature is around 15 degrees, it will enter a dormant period. Christmas cactus likes loose, fertile, and well-drained fertile soil when it is cultivated.

2. Reasonable watering

In addition to understanding its growth habits, you should also water it properly when raising Christmas cactus. Winter is the fastest growing season for Christmas cactus, but the temperature is low at that time and the water evaporates slowly. Do not water it too much. Just keep the soil moist. Water it once every 5 to 6 days. In summer, the temperature is too high and the water evaporates quickly. Although necessary shading is done, the soil in the pot is still prone to dryness. Water it every two days and spray water on its leaves frequently to prevent heatstroke and ensure the normal growth of Christmas cactus.

3. Reasonable fertilization

Reasonable fertilization is also the key to growing Christmas cactus well. Christmas cactus does not have high requirements for fertilizer, but it should be fertilized once every year between September to October and April to June. Fertilizer should be cooked animal manure or cakes, and stop watering before fertilizing. Keep the soil in the pot dry so that the fertilizer can exert its best effect.

4. Moderate light

Christmas cactus is an ornamental plant that is relatively shade-tolerant, but it cannot be without sunlight for a long time. When the outdoor sunlight is not very strong, it should be placed in a sunny environment. If it can receive about eight hours of light a day, it will bloom from February to March every year. If there is insufficient light during the growth period, the Christmas cactus will bloom intermittently or not bloom.