It’s the most beautiful time of the year – well, it’s just around the corner to be more precise, but the holiday euphoria starts early for me! The Christmas cactus flowering season is also coming closer, and each time I see their blossoms, it makes me want even more of these spectacular plants.
If you feel the same, I have great news for you – you can easily get more of these plants without spending a dime. You can expand your collection or gift them to your friends or family; both are fantastic options!
In this article, I’ll show you how to propagate Christmas cactus in a few easy steps and give you some tried-and-true tips for maintaining these captivating plants.
Let’s get started!
1. Prepare Equipment
The easiest way to propagate the holiday cactus is by stem tip cuttings, but never start propagating your plants until you prepare all the equipment.
You’ll still need to get your hands dirty but at least you won’t be constantly running for supplies.
Here’s a list of all the equipment you need to propagate the Christmas cactus, scientifically known as the Schlumbergera truncata S. × buckleyi.
• Sterilizing solution, such as bleach or rubbing alcohol
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• A pair of scissors
• A small pot
• Soil mix
Are you ready? Let’s do it!
Bonus Tip: Have a clean workspace ready to make the process easier. A tray or mat can help collect soil and plant debris.
