Why are the Christmas cactus turning red?





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Janet Pizaro on Dec 18, 2017
For several possible reasons.First right off it needs reporting in the next size container with drainage holes and cactus soil. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/christmas-cactus/purple-christmas-cactus-leaves.htmHelpful Reply -
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Ana Bacallao on Dec 18, 2017
This usually means that it’s getting too much sunlight.Helpful Reply -
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S on Dec 18, 2017
There are many colors of Christmas cacti from red, to fucshia, to orange.Helpful Reply -
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Cindy Hagemann on Dec 18, 2017
Your cactus looks like it needs water. You would touch the soil and it dry, add water. Otherwise leave alone in morning sunlight.Helpful Reply -
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Janice Koontz on Dec 18, 2017
Those are blossoms. However, it does look like it does need water.Helpful Reply -
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