Sonya Thomas recently visited Flat Rock Elementary School to work with fourth and fifth graders there. She helped them learn to propagate and plant Christmas Cactus plants.

Some days are better than others. So, I started wandering over each morning and talking to my, now three, Christmas cactus plants. They have three very different personalities.

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – My Christmas cactus in my office window is blooming. This plant usually blooms around Christmas time. I posted about it on my Facebook page, and I found out that a lot… ...

Caring for Christmas cactus during the summer can lead it to bloom like this around Thanksgiving. (Contributed Photo) Dear Neil: I realize it’s now spring, but I want to make a difference next ...

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Horticulture experts say late winter is the ideal time to prune many plants in Oklahoma, but homeowners should know when and how to prune to avoid damaging their landscaping.

DEAR JANET: Attached are photos of my two Christmas cactus plants. It is February, and they are in full bloom. What is the secret in getting them to bloom for Christmas? Thank you.

You can prune safely up to late spring without harming the plant. Propagation is easy. Taking cuttings of Christmas cactus will help the original plant grow fuller and bushier.