Yes, stem cuttings are one of the easiest ways to propagate your favorite Christmas cactus. Remove a stem with two to five ...

Discover the differences—and family resemblances—when comparing succulents vs. cacti. What's the difference between a cactus and a succulent? Yes, they can look very different, but considering ...

Cancel anytime. The Missouri Botanical Garden opens its Shoenberg Arid House on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. It will be the first ...

Thanksgiving cactus is a pretty low-maintenance plant. In fact, it often does better with a bit of negligence, but there are some ways you can help it thrive.

We all know cacti store water—but to survive, they migrate their flowers, and so much more. Scientists want to copy the ...

Use a well-draining potting mix specifically designed for succulents and cacti. You can make your own by mixing regular potting soil with coarse sand and perlite in equal parts. Fill a small pot ...

Learn how to care for a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) so you can enjoy these holiday beauties for years to come.

Holiday cacti bloom best when slightly pot-bound. Repot to the next largest pot size in spring every three years or so, ...

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Residents of Aston Gardens at Parkland Commons wanted their own patch of green space to relax, read, meditate, and tune in ...

The best plants for Arizona heat in the summer are succulents – such as cacti, agaves, aloes, and yuccas – and lovely desert trees, shrubs, ground covers, and flowering plants. Local nurseries have ...