Schlumbergera x buckleyi - Christmas Cactus [limited]

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Christmas Cactus (Shlumbergera x buckleyi): A classic trailing cactus with lime to forest green stem segments and gorgeous, cherry red to hot pink blooms. These blooms tend to appear in the winter months, earning it its festive name. Remember, this variety likes more water and less sunlight than many other cactus species.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

This variety is easy to re-root from stem cuttings. Look to our Succulent Cuttings Guide for tips on succulent propagation.

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Red Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

9"-12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Hanging / Trailing

Special Characteristic

Easy to Propagate, Showy Blooms

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

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2 years ago

Is this a true Christmas Cactus? Does it come rooted in a pot See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

This is a Christmas cactus and it comes rooted in a 2" pot. See full answer »

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2 years ago

Is this blooms are really cherry red? See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Yes. They also tend to have white accents around the middle of the petal. See full answer »

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1 year ago

Will this Christmas cactus flower be red? See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

It will! See full answer »

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1 year ago

Is it true Schlumbergera buckleyi is it red & when will it become available? See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

This plant does bloom red.

Unfortunately, we don't tend to put ready dates on plants due to the complexity of greenhouse work. Sorry about that! Please click the "EMAIL ME WHEN PRODUCT IS BACK IN STOCK" to set up an email alert so you'll know the moment we sell these again. See full answer »

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1 year ago

How big is the Christmas cactus, is it just a start?? See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

This plant is fully rooted in a 2" pot, though the size of the upper foliage varies somewhat.

On any listing, you can scroll down to the Product Details to find the field labeled Product Format, which will tell you the size of its pot. See full answer »

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2 years ago

Can I please see a photo of the bloom for your Schlumbergera Buckleyi? I gave the wrong email address earlier. See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

Yes, you can see its flower at the link below.
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2 years ago

gonna be in 20's here in Louisville ky was gonna wait to order til' warmer..should I order now?? See answer

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2 years ago  •  Staff Answer

You could order now, but if you do, be sure to order a heat pack to go along with your order. You can find them by clicking the link below.

If you don't want to order a heat pack, we'd recommend waiting to order until things got warmer for you.
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1 year ago

Do you have a real white Christmas cactus See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

Our Christmas cactus has red/pink flowers. Unfortunately, we offer no other colors at this time. See full answer »

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1 year ago

Do you carry true yellow Christmas cactus (schlumbergera Buckley)? See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

We do not carry yellow blooming Christmas cactus. Ours bloom a reddish-pink color. Sorry about that! See full answer »

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Is this Christmas cactus really red? See answer

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1 year ago  •  Staff Answer

It's a reddish pink. The third picture is an accurate representation of the bloom. See full answer »

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