How to Care for a Christmas Cactus Plant: Lighting

Now, we are going to learn how to care for Christmas cactus from the lighting aspect. Christmas cacti are more like partial shade or diffused light, even though they are very adaptable in adapting to growing conditions.

If you expose it to full sun, do so during the winter months—abundant sunshine in spring and summer can make your plants yellow and pale.

How to Care for Christmas Cactus Plant: Water

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Another important aspect of how to care for Christmas cactus is water. Even though the Christmas cactus is actually a cactus, its tropical origins mean it needs more water than most cacti.

Water the plant thoroughly, you need to allow excess water to drain through the drainage holes. Let the soil dry almost completely between watering. You will know if the soil is too dry when the leaves begin to wilt and shrivel.