Plant Theory 30cm Orange Christmas Cactus Schlumbergera Indoor Plant 13cm Pot

This easy to grow house plant will brighten up a bright windowsill or table with its long-lasting display of pink-flushed orange flowers. Often referred to as the Christmas cactus, it is not unusual for it to be in bloom non-stop from November to the end of January - and even after it has finished flowering, its fleshy green foliage makes an attractive addition to the home. This Schlumbergera will be delivered in bud/flower for instant colour. Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative). Soil Cacti and succulent compost Hardiness Frost tender How to care for Schlumbergera orange-flowered: Choose a bright spot out of direct sunlight and maintain a humid atmosphere by daily misting or standing Schlumbergera on a saucer of wettened gravel. The plant needs two resting periods so after it has flowered in late January, reduce the watering and move to a cooler room with a temperature of approx. 54-59F (12-15C). Water sparingly but don't let it dry out. From April to September, increase watering and feed with a liquid houseplant fertiliser, moving the plant to a warmer room with a temperature of around 64-68F (18-20C). The flower buds should start to form in mid-September, so reduce the temperature and watering as before for the 2nd resting period. Once the flower buds have developed, you again increase the temperature and frequency of watering. This should ensure to encourage a lovely Christmas floral display. For healthy growth, it is best to repot every year at the end of March using a cactus potting compost or John Innes No. 2 with added grit.