Christmas cactus care: Tips for vibrant winter blooms
When most plants have long since bloomed, the Christmas cactus amazes us with its breathtaking flowers. However, before this happens, it needs the right conditions. A homemade fertilizer made from ingredients in our kitchen can help.
8 November 2024 20:04
The Christmas cactus, also known as the holiday cactus, is a plant that attracts attention during the winter period with its impressive flowers. How should we take proper care of it? It's very simple.
How to take care of the Christmas cactus?
The Christmas cactus captivates with its appearance for a reason. After all, it blooms in winter, so when it’s grey and gloomy outside, it beautifully decorates our homes. It's important to know that this plant doesn’t like areas with direct sunlight.
The room temperature is also significant. The Christmas cactus thrives when the temperature is between 18 and 21 degrees Celsius.
During the blooming period, avoid moving the plant, as it may lose its buds. Make sure that the soil it grows in isn’t too dry or overwatered. Regular watering is essential.
Homemade fertilizer for the Christmas cactus
It's important to know that besides the right conditions, the Christmas cactus also needs essential nutrients for proper growth. Thanks to these nutrients, it will captivate us with its lush blooms. Before heading to the store for special fertilizers, it's worth trying a simple and inexpensive homemade solution.
For this, you can use black tea. Simply brew it as usual, then dilute it in a 1:1 ratio with water. Once it cools down, water the plant as usual. Apply the homemade fertilizer to the Christmas cactus once a week.
Not everyone knows that in this case, tea provides the Christmas cactus with nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and even tannins, which can significantly benefit its condition.
