Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Close up of a Christmas cactus with pink blooms on a windowsill. Houseplants might not be top of your agenda this time of year, ...

During the winter months, your thriving, colorful spring garden can feel miles away. Fortunately, houseplants like the Christmas cactus can make even the dreariest of seasons feel a bit more joyful.

Repot the cactus during its active growing season. Mix your own potting mix for ideal results. Protect your plant and yourself by wrapping cacti in a thick kitchen towel or layered newspaper.

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Q: The Christmas cactus I inherited from my mom is 3 feet across. It’s quite uneven, short on the back side due to its previous growing conditions up against a window. The clay pot holds cement-like ...

Whether you’ve kept a fiddle-leaf fig alive for years or you’ve killed more succulents than you can count, repotting a houseplant can be a daunting task. If you want your plant to thrive, though, it’s ...

Most houseplants need to be repotted once every year or two. There are obvious signs when it's time to repot, like roots growing out of the bottom of the pot. Choose a pot that's 1 to 2 inches larger ...

Jeanne Cope, the Most Joyful Gardener, stops by the studio just in time for Spring planting season with tips on planting trees and how to repot gift plants.

We all love a good indoor plant. They brighten up spaces and make great company. Some may worry about giving their plants enough sunlight or water, but there’s one factor they may not consider ...