Most holiday cacti are called Christmas cactus, but they're actually something else. Here are a few identification tips. Look at the shape of the leaves to identify your cactus. Thanksgiving cactus ...

This cactus thrives in a well-draining mix of potting soil, peat moss, and sand or perlite, and prefers soil that stays ...

"The plant world is enormous, and some corners of it have not yet been discovered, but a great many plants have been identified by botanists, taxonomists or particularly knowledgeable plant collectors ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When it comes to holiday plants, poinsettias and amaryllis are at the top of our winter favorites list.

Plants give me a lot of peace; having them around me allows me to unwind. I have been a horticultural advisor with the Royal Horticultural Society for more than 12 years and during that time, one of ...

We've all been there: You're on a stroll in your neighborhood, and you catch a glimpse of a gorgeous flower you want for your garden but can't figure out what kind of plant it is. Or you discover a ...

Join us on a hilarious journey as we explore the world of plants in "Is it cactus." Get ready for unexpected twists as we ...

Editor's Note: This story was initially published on Dec. 20, 2020. Under the right conditions, Christmas cacti are the holiday plants that keep blooming, and not just for years. These tropical plants ...

All over the desert, rain will bring one of the biggest cactus flower shows in years. Existing cactus plants in gardens and landscapes as well as in the wild will be reproducing with a vengeance after ...