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As the holiday season comes upon us you may want to decorate your home with some lovely colorful flowering plants. Besides poinsettias, there are holiday cacti that have flowers that may be white, ...

Some plants are easier to propagate than others, and the Rhipsalis baccifera, otherwise known as the Mistletoe cactus, is one ...

Cacti appreciate a little extra nourishment during their active growing season in spring and summer. Apply a balanced fertilizer at half strength every four weeks from April to September to support ...

A holiday cactus is a festive treat for gardeners. This easy-care houseplant is the gift that keeps on giving. The post ...

Christmas cacti and amaryllis are popular options, too. Greg Basire, a key accounts director of plant displays at the Nurture ...

Another factor to consider is germinate seeds indoor is soil ... chlorophyll production Blue (450nm to 495nm) improves the plant grow rates Violet (380nm to 445nm) stresses succulents and cactus ...

A: Yes. Just store them like you would normal garden seeds — in the refrigerator or somewhere where it’s cool and dry. You ...