Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green leaves and clusters of pink, magenta, and coral blooms in a vibrant display.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with green, segmented leaves and clusters of white flower buds against a soft tan background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green segmented leaves and pale buds on gravel in a sunlit garden, festive houseplant.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale pink flower buds in a pot outdoors, surrounded by gravel and other garden plants.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green leaves and pale pinkish-white flowers, outdoors on gravel, ideal as a seasonal houseplant.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white buds, some opening, in a green pot.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with white flower buds on jagged stems, shown outdoors in sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and budding white flowers, outdoors with a soft blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with a pale cream flower, green segmented leaves, and buds highlighted by sunlight.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and white flower buds, some blooming, sits outdoors on light-colored pebbles.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged green leaves, pale buds, and two white blossoms in sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick green pads and cream flower buds, showing texture against a blue sky.
A hand holds a small potted Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with flat green leaves and white buds, in front of blurred plants.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green jagged stems and white flower buds in a small gravel-filled pot, blurred background.
A hand holds a small green pot with a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) showing flat segmented leaves and white buds outdoors.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) in a green pot with jagged flat leaves and pale buds, set before blurred greenery and blue sky.
A hand holds a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged green leaves and white flower buds against a blurred outdoor backdrop.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged green leaves and white buds outdoors in bright sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white flower buds, sunlit against a blurred outdoor background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged, glossy green leaves and small white buds set against a softly blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and cream flower buds, set against a softly blurred background.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with serrated leaves and pale flower buds, highlighted against a blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with budding flowers on green stems in a small pot with gravel and soil, ideal for indoors.
Close-up of Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green, jagged stems and white buds in a gravel-filled pot, blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a Christmas Cactus &
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale yellow buds in a small brown pot with pebbles, outdoors blurred.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged green leaves and pale yellow buds in a gravel-filled pot, outdoor background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) in a gravel-filled pot, with budding flower tips and a blurred sky and greenery background.
Close-up of a potted Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with flat green pads and pale yellow buds, held outdoors against a blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged pads and pale yellow buds, potted in gravel against a blurred background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds in light gravel, displayed on a plain white background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds, set against wood and stone for a festive seasonal accent.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds in a small orange-brown pot with pebbles on white background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with segmented green leaves and pink buds in a pebble-topped pot sits on a wooden surface.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink flower buds on a wooden surface, set against a neutral background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green leaves and red flower buds rests on a wooden surface, neutral background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink flower buds on a wooden surface against a beige background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and pink buds in a pebbled pot on wood, against a neutral background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and pink buds displayed on a surface, set against a stone-textured background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick, serrated green leaves and pale buds in a pot, in front of a softly blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with spiky green leaves and white flower buds, set against a blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a potted Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged leaves and pale yellow buds, blurred green background.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale unopened buds and pointed leaves; blurred trees and blue sky behind.
Close-up of a green potted Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pointed leaves and flower buds, outdoors among blurred houseplants.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus, showing green pointed buds and jagged leaves against a softly blurred plant background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with numerous flower buds in a small plastic pot, set against a blue sky and blurred green background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick, jagged leaves and pale yellow flower buds outdoors, blurred background plants visible.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, green segmented leaves and white flower buds in a pot, set outdoors.
Holiday Cactus – Schlumbergera with lush green stems and plentiful pointed buds, displayed indoors by a blurred outdoor view.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with small white flower buds against a bright blue sky.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green stems and white blooms in a green pot sits on a sandy outdoor surface.
A Christmas Cactus &
The Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) displays flat, spiky green segments and white blooms in a pot on gravel under bright sunlight.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white blooms, shown in bright sunlight on a gravel surface.
A Schlumbergera holiday cactus with white flowers blooming on small gray gravel, viewed from above in bright sunlight.
Top-down view of Schlumbergera bridgesii Christmas Cactus with green segmented leaves, white blooms, and buds on gray pebbles.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white flowers sits outdoors on a sunlit stone surface.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and white blossoms, some budding, displayed on a sunlit concrete surface.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and white flowers on a concrete surface, ideal as a festive indoor houseplant.
Holiday Cactus in a green pot with flat, segmented stems and white flowers, placed outdoors on concrete with gravel in the background.
White and pink Christmas Cactus &
A Christmas Cactus with bright pink blossoms and dark green leaves sits on a sunlit table, its flowers cascading over the sides.
Close-up of a Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii), highlighting its bright petals and festive, holiday plant appeal.
The Christmas Cactus &
Clusters of bright reddish-orange Schlumbergera bridgesii blooms with white centers and segmented green leaves stand out on a soft background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green leaves and clusters of pink, magenta, and coral blooms in a vibrant display.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with green, segmented leaves and clusters of white flower buds against a soft tan background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green segmented leaves and pale buds on gravel in a sunlit garden, festive houseplant.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale pink flower buds in a pot outdoors, surrounded by gravel and other garden plants.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green leaves and pale pinkish-white flowers, outdoors on gravel, ideal as a seasonal houseplant.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white buds, some opening, in a green pot.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with white flower buds on jagged stems, shown outdoors in sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and budding white flowers, outdoors with a soft blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with a pale cream flower, green segmented leaves, and buds highlighted by sunlight.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and white flower buds, some blooming, sits outdoors on light-colored pebbles.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged green leaves, pale buds, and two white blossoms in sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick green pads and cream flower buds, showing texture against a blue sky.
A hand holds a small potted Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with flat green leaves and white buds, in front of blurred plants.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green jagged stems and white flower buds in a small gravel-filled pot, blurred background.
A hand holds a small green pot with a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) showing flat segmented leaves and white buds outdoors.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) in a green pot with jagged flat leaves and pale buds, set before blurred greenery and blue sky.
A hand holds a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged green leaves and white flower buds against a blurred outdoor backdrop.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged green leaves and white buds outdoors in bright sunlight.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white flower buds, sunlit against a blurred outdoor background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged, glossy green leaves and small white buds set against a softly blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and cream flower buds, set against a softly blurred background.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with serrated leaves and pale flower buds, highlighted against a blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with budding flowers on green stems in a small pot with gravel and soil, ideal for indoors.
Close-up of Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green, jagged stems and white buds in a gravel-filled pot, blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a Christmas Cactus &
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale yellow buds in a small brown pot with pebbles, outdoors blurred.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged green leaves and pale yellow buds in a gravel-filled pot, outdoor background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) in a gravel-filled pot, with budding flower tips and a blurred sky and greenery background.
Close-up of a potted Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus with flat green pads and pale yellow buds, held outdoors against a blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, jagged pads and pale yellow buds, potted in gravel against a blurred background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds in light gravel, displayed on a plain white background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds, set against wood and stone for a festive seasonal accent.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink buds in a small orange-brown pot with pebbles on white background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with segmented green leaves and pink buds in a pebble-topped pot sits on a wooden surface.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink flower buds on a wooden surface, set against a neutral background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green leaves and red flower buds rests on a wooden surface, neutral background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and pink flower buds on a wooden surface against a beige background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and pink buds in a pebbled pot on wood, against a neutral background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and pink buds displayed on a surface, set against a stone-textured background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick, serrated green leaves and pale buds in a pot, in front of a softly blurred background.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with spiky green leaves and white flower buds, set against a blurred outdoor background.
Close-up of a potted Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with jagged leaves and pale yellow buds, blurred green background.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pale unopened buds and pointed leaves; blurred trees and blue sky behind.
Close-up of a green potted Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with pointed leaves and flower buds, outdoors among blurred houseplants.
Close-up of a Schlumbergera Holiday Cactus, showing green pointed buds and jagged leaves against a softly blurred plant background.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with numerous flower buds in a small plastic pot, set against a blue sky and blurred green background.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with thick, jagged leaves and pale yellow flower buds outdoors, blurred background plants visible.
Close-up of a Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat, green segmented leaves and white flower buds in a pot, set outdoors.
Holiday Cactus – Schlumbergera with lush green stems and plentiful pointed buds, displayed indoors by a blurred outdoor view.
Close-up of a green Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with small white flower buds against a bright blue sky.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with lush green stems and white blooms in a green pot sits on a sandy outdoor surface.
A Christmas Cactus &
The Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) displays flat, spiky green segments and white blooms in a pot on gravel under bright sunlight.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white blooms, shown in bright sunlight on a gravel surface.
A Schlumbergera holiday cactus with white flowers blooming on small gray gravel, viewed from above in bright sunlight.
Top-down view of Schlumbergera bridgesii Christmas Cactus with green segmented leaves, white blooms, and buds on gray pebbles.
A Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with green segmented leaves and white flowers sits outdoors on a sunlit stone surface.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green stems and white blossoms, some budding, displayed on a sunlit concrete surface.
Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with flat green segments and white flowers on a concrete surface, ideal as a festive indoor houseplant.
Holiday Cactus in a green pot with flat, segmented stems and white flowers, placed outdoors on concrete with gravel in the background.
White and pink Christmas Cactus &
A Christmas Cactus with bright pink blossoms and dark green leaves sits on a sunlit table, its flowers cascading over the sides.
Close-up of a Christmas Cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii), highlighting its bright petals and festive, holiday plant appeal.
The Christmas Cactus &
Clusters of bright reddish-orange Schlumbergera bridgesii blooms with white centers and segmented green leaves stand out on a soft background.

Get ready to experience the magical blooms of the Christmas holiday season with our extraordinary Holiday Cactus, also known as Schlumbergera!  With vibrant blooms during Christmas holiday, the cactus is a beautiful and popular houseplant known for its stunning and vibrant blooms during the Christmas season.  

Unlike most cacti, it lacks spines and thorns.  Instead, it has flat, segmented stems about 12 inches tall that resemble leaves. These stems are usually green, but they can also have a Whitish or purplish hue, adding to their visual appeal. 

Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with arching green stems and bright pink flowers on an outdoor tiled floor.

Our current selection of Holiday Cactus includes Christmas Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus, and Easter Cactus, featuring varieties that bloom just in time for the next festive season.

Whether it's Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, these cacti will provide beautiful, timely blooms to enhance your celebrations.

With their white flowers, they create a magical atmosphere, making them the perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering.

Not only are they visually stunning, but their delightful fragrance will fill your home, adding to the festive charm and captivating your family and friends. Their unique shapes and seasonal blooms make them a true highlight for any occasion. 

A fascinating fact
Nurseries have mastered the art of controlling the bloom cycle. By carefully manipulating the amount of darkness these cacti receive, they can ensure that these magnificent holiday plants bloom exactly when you want them to. That means your Christmas Cactus might actually be a Thanksgiving hybrid, perfectly timed to dazzle you with its exquisite flowers just in time for the holiday season.

When ordering a holiday cactus, you're getting a special plant that is designed to bloom around the holiday closest to your purchase. Though all holiday cacti, including Thanksgiving Cactus, Christmas Cactus, and Easter Cactus, are similar, they can be manipulated to bloom at different times, such as Christmas or Easter. This makes them an ideal seasonal gift, bringing vibrant colors and beauty to your home during the holidays. So, whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter, your cactus will add a festive touch to your celebrations.

When it comes to Holiday cactus care, they prefer bright, indirect light and well-drained cactus soil. It's important to water them thoroughly but allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. 

During the blooming period, typically around Christmas, it’s best to avoid moving the plant too much, as this can disrupt the delicate flower buds. Although Christmas is the most popular time for blooms, these holiday cacti are not limited to that season.

Planet Desert holiday cacti are carefully selected to bloom around the nearest holiday, whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, by manipulating light exposure and care conditions. With proper attention, your plant will bloom vibrantly at just the right time.

If growing indoors, the Schlumbergera Holiday cactus prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 75°F. It's important to keep them away from drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations, as they can be sensitive to those.  

When you are growing your Holiday cacti outdoors, they are best suited for USDA zones 10-12. These zones have milder climates with minimal risk of frost, which is important for the well-being of holiday cacti. 

Additionally, this holiday cactus, Schlumbergera, is generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.  This means that if you have curious pets or young children around, you can feel at ease knowing that holiday cacti are safe to have in your home. 

Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your green thumb journey, holiday cacti make a wonderful addition to any collection. If you're looking for a low-maintenance plant, consider this Holiday cactus for sale!

Other Holiday Cactus Types
For more information and care learn more about each of these 3 types: Thanksgiving Cactus , Christmas Cactus, and Easter Cactus here at Planet Desert. Also, if you are curious about the difference between these three types, then be sure to check our article comparing the different types.

Bloom Season

Christmas

Flower Color

Orange

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

10--11--12

Mature Size

12 in. tall

Plant Type

Cactus

Resistance

Drought-tolerant--heat tolerant--pest resistance

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
Bloom Season Christmas
Botanical Name Schlumbergera
Common Name Holiday cactus
Common Name Holiday Cactus Plants
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Pink
Flower Color Purple
Flower Color White
Genus Schlumbergera
Growth Habit Trailing, hanging
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11, 12
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 22 in. wide
Native Area Brazil
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By leaves, stem cuttings
Propagation By stem cuttings
Resistance Drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Soil Type well-drained cactus soil.
Special Features Easy to grow, Easy to maintain
Special Features Showy blooms
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for Humans, Friendly to dogs, Friendly to cats
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low
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Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Christmas
Botanical Name Schlumbergera
Common Name Holiday cactus
Common Name Holiday Cactus Plants
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Pink
Flower Color Purple
Flower Color White
Genus Schlumbergera
Growth Habit Trailing, hanging
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11, 12
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 22 in. wide
Native Area Brazil
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By leaves, stem cuttings
Propagation By stem cuttings
Resistance Drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Soil Type well-drained cactus soil.
Special Features Easy to grow, Easy to maintain
Special Features Showy blooms
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for Humans, Friendly to dogs, Friendly to cats
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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Holiday Cactus – Schlumbergera

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Please note: Our large plants are many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive 100% healthy and looking great.

Please note: Our large plants are shipped bare root. They are also many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive healthy and looking great.

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Get ready to experience the magical blooms of the Christmas holiday season with our extraordinary Holiday Cactus, also known as Schlumbergera!  With vibrant blooms during Christmas holiday, the cactus is a beautiful and popular houseplant known for its stunning and vibrant blooms during the Christmas season.  

Unlike most cacti, it lacks spines and thorns.  Instead, it has flat, segmented stems about 12 inches tall that resemble leaves. These stems are usually green, but they can also have a Whitish or purplish hue, adding to their visual appeal. 

Holiday Cactus (Schlumbergera) with arching green stems and bright pink flowers on an outdoor tiled floor.

Our current selection of Holiday Cactus includes Christmas Cactus, Thanksgiving Cactus, and Easter Cactus, featuring varieties that bloom just in time for the next festive season.

Whether it's Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, these cacti will provide beautiful, timely blooms to enhance your celebrations.

With their white flowers, they create a magical atmosphere, making them the perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering.

Not only are they visually stunning, but their delightful fragrance will fill your home, adding to the festive charm and captivating your family and friends. Their unique shapes and seasonal blooms make them a true highlight for any occasion. 

A fascinating fact
Nurseries have mastered the art of controlling the bloom cycle. By carefully manipulating the amount of darkness these cacti receive, they can ensure that these magnificent holiday plants bloom exactly when you want them to. That means your Christmas Cactus might actually be a Thanksgiving hybrid, perfectly timed to dazzle you with its exquisite flowers just in time for the holiday season.

When ordering a holiday cactus, you're getting a special plant that is designed to bloom around the holiday closest to your purchase. Though all holiday cacti, including Thanksgiving Cactus, Christmas Cactus, and Easter Cactus, are similar, they can be manipulated to bloom at different times, such as Christmas or Easter. This makes them an ideal seasonal gift, bringing vibrant colors and beauty to your home during the holidays. So, whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter, your cactus will add a festive touch to your celebrations.

When it comes to Holiday cactus care, they prefer bright, indirect light and well-drained cactus soil. It's important to water them thoroughly but allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. 

During the blooming period, typically around Christmas, it’s best to avoid moving the plant too much, as this can disrupt the delicate flower buds. Although Christmas is the most popular time for blooms, these holiday cacti are not limited to that season.

Planet Desert holiday cacti are carefully selected to bloom around the nearest holiday, whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter, by manipulating light exposure and care conditions. With proper attention, your plant will bloom vibrantly at just the right time.

If growing indoors, the Schlumbergera Holiday cactus prefers warm temperatures between 65°F and 75°F. It's important to keep them away from drafts and extreme temperature fluctuations, as they can be sensitive to those.  

When you are growing your Holiday cacti outdoors, they are best suited for USDA zones 10-12. These zones have milder climates with minimal risk of frost, which is important for the well-being of holiday cacti. 

Additionally, this holiday cactus, Schlumbergera, is generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.  This means that if you have curious pets or young children around, you can feel at ease knowing that holiday cacti are safe to have in your home. 

Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your green thumb journey, holiday cacti make a wonderful addition to any collection. If you're looking for a low-maintenance plant, consider this Holiday cactus for sale!

Other Holiday Cactus Types
For more information and care learn more about each of these 3 types: Thanksgiving Cactus , Christmas Cactus, and Easter Cactus here at Planet Desert. Also, if you are curious about the difference between these three types, then be sure to check our article comparing the different types.

Bloom Season

Christmas

Flower Color

Orange

Growth Rate

Slow

Hardiness Zone

10--11--12

Mature Size

12 in. tall

Plant Type

Cactus

Resistance

Drought-tolerant--heat tolerant--pest resistance

Sun Exposure

Full sun (6+ hrs.)--Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Watering Needs

Low
Bloom Season Christmas
Botanical Name Schlumbergera
Common Name Holiday cactus
Common Name Holiday Cactus Plants
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Pink
Flower Color Purple
Flower Color White
Genus Schlumbergera
Growth Habit Trailing, hanging
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11, 12
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 22 in. wide
Native Area Brazil
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By leaves, stem cuttings
Propagation By stem cuttings
Resistance Drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Soil Type well-drained cactus soil.
Special Features Easy to grow, Easy to maintain
Special Features Showy blooms
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for Humans, Friendly to dogs, Friendly to cats
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Christmas
Botanical Name Schlumbergera
Common Name Holiday cactus
Common Name Holiday Cactus Plants
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Orange
Flower Color Pink
Flower Color Purple
Flower Color White
Genus Schlumbergera
Growth Habit Trailing, hanging
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11, 12
Mature Size 12 in. tall
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 22 in. wide
Native Area Brazil
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By leaves, stem cuttings
Propagation By stem cuttings
Resistance Drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Resistance Extremely drought-tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Soil Type well-drained cactus soil.
Special Features Easy to grow, Easy to maintain
Special Features Showy blooms
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
Toxicity Safe for Humans, Friendly to dogs, Friendly to cats
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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