What's your question? Ask

Christmas Cactus Plants

Q.Do I continue to water my Christmas Cactus when I am moving it from dark (14 hrs) to light (10 hrs)?

delletdes added on November 7, 2018 | Answered

All I want to know is if my plant needs to be watered during this period.

A.Answers to this queston: Add Answer
BushDoctor
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on November 7, 2018

Yes, but there is a little more to it than that. How much and how often that you water will be a much more important factor than IF you water.

You will water when the soil is almost dry down to about 2 inches down. Since it will be in the dark more than it was previously, this means that water will evaporate at a slower rate. You will water less, but you will still water. If you do not, then you will end up with a dead plant.

This article will give you more information on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/christmas-cactus/advice-for-christmas-cactus-care.htm

Was this answer useful?
00

Log in or sign up to help answer this question.

Did you find this helpful? Share it with your friends!

You must be logged into your account to answer a question.

If you don't have an account sign up for an account now.

Looking for more?
here are more questions about...
Christmas Cactus Plants
Join Us - Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips!

Do you know a lot about gardening?
Become a GKH Gardening Expert

OK