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How To Care For Christmas Cactus To Bloom. To start this process cut back on watering see table above for time frame. Cutting down on water will allow the plant to enter dormancy which is crucial for blooming.
Also water only when the soils topmost layer is dry to the touch. The Christmas Cactus is a fairly low maintenance plant. To start this process cut back on watering see table above for time frame.
Dormancy is critical for getting a Christmas cactus to bloom.
Placing Christmas cactus into the east-facing window that receives abundant amounts of sunlight during the day and 12 hours of darkness each night can encourage the plant to flower. Feed a Christmas cactus with a 20-20-20 or 10-10-10 plant food diluted with water to 50 strength. A south window with some shading is next best. Follow these steps starting in the fall and continuing in winter and watch as your Christmas cactus gives you a beautiful display of vibrant flowers.