Have you seen holiday cactus for sale in stores this season? This is the time of year when they become readily available. One of the most popular houseplants, Christmas cactus, is a great way to add a ...

Nothing extends a holiday welcome like a cheery Christmas Cactus. With its dark green toothy leaves and bright pendulous blooms, the Christmas Cactus is a favorite Yuletide plant. The original plant, ...

A small barrel-type cactus was the first houseplant I ever had. It was a gift from a family friend. I was about 10 years old and wasn’t sure of the meaning of the gift. Was I perceived as a spiny or a ...