Learn easy tricks for growing a bushier Christmas cactus with stronger stems, a fuller shape, and more color for the holiday season.
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The Christmas cactus ( Schlumbergera bridgesii ) is a colorful and easy-to-grow houseplant that has become a holiday favorite. In the middle of winter, it is one of the few plants that blooms, bringing a bright mood with its colors. It is native to the rainforests of Brazil and is also known as the holiday cactus, winter cactus, or crab cactus. With proper care and tricks for a bushier Christmas cactus, you can enjoy thicker growth and more colors every year.
Tricks for a bushier Christmas cactus
1. Prune at the right time

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