Cacti
Get expert advice on growing and caring for cacti with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to care for a cactus – 3 expert tips for these prickly indoor plants
Cacti are fun and quirky houseplants that are easy to look after – explore our care guide to make sure you're keeping this prickly plant happy
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best fast-growing succulents – 5 varieties that will quickly double in size
These succulents will add quirky and unusual shapes to your interiors
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best red houseplants – 7 energizing indoor plants
Psychologists share how red indoor plants can boost levels and motivation
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Designers reveal America's favorite winter-blooming flowers
A new study has named the most sought-after winter flowers in the USA
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What soil to use for succulents – expert tips for helping these popular plants thrive
Succulents are easy to look after, but using the right potting mix is essential
By Holly Crossley Published
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Can I grow a Christmas cactus outdoors? The experts share their advice
These cheerful plants can be grown successfully in warmer regions
By Holly Crossley Published
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5 Christmas cactus pests – and how to treat them
Learn how to protect your Christmas cactus from unwanted pests this festive period with our expert houseplant advice
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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Why are the buds falling off my Christmas cactus? 3 reasons for this common problem revealed
Avoid missing out on these colorful, festive flowers with this expert advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to care for a mistletoe cactus – top tips for looking after this cascading succulent indoors
Try growing one of these gorgeous houseplants at home with these pro tips
By Holly Crossley Published
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How do you clean houseplant leaves? This is how plant experts tackle the task
Find out how to clean houseplant leaves the natural way to get the best results for happy and healthy-looking leaves
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Diane Keaton created a Californian twist on the classic white kitchen with this stylish but durable focal point
Timelessness meets SoCal style in this Spanish Colonial Revival – and it begins with this stand-out design feature
By Megan Slack Published
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How to grow cactus from cuttings – 4 steps to follow to get more plants for free
Stem cuttings are a great way to propagate cactuses and expand your collection
By Drew Swainston Published
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Emma Roberts' cacti-filled 'healing' yard is a therapeutic paradise amid Beverly Hills' buzz
The American Horror Story actress curated a sensory space that teaches lessons in relaxation far beyond Los Angeles
By Megan Slack Published
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Why is my cactus turning brown? The reasons explained – and ways to avoid it from happening
Keep your cacti looking green and healthy with this advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to water a cactus – and how getting it wrong is the quickest way to kill your plant
Despite their easy-going nature, when it comes to watering cacti, there are plenty of ways you can get it wrong. This is how to water a cactus properly
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Types of dahlias – 16 dazzling showstoppers for long-lasting displays
Add drama with sumptuous pompons and cactus styles as we look at the best types of dahlias for beds, borders and containers
By Graham Rice Published
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What's the best way to repot a cactus? Experts reveal their tried and tested methods
Learn how to repot a cactus to help your plant grow for many more years to come
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Are poinsettias poisonous to cats and dogs?
Are poinsettias poisonous to cats and dogs? Experts settle the matter once and for all
By Melanie Griffiths Published
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Why is my Christmas cactus not blooming? Experts suggest the likely cause – and a speedy solution
Is your Christmas cactus not looking very festive? Experts share how to liven its spirits in time for the holiday season
By Megan Slack Last updated
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Are Christmas cactus poisonous to cats and dogs?
Need to know whether Christmas cactus are poisonous to cats and dogs? We’ve consulted the experts so you can grow them with confidence and enjoy stress-free holidays
By Jill Morgan Published
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Best pet-safe indoor plants – 10 house plants to keep your furry friends safe
Provide a green and leafy, animal-friendly home with our top ten pet-safe indoor plants
By Jill Morgan Published
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Cat safe indoor plants – 10 feline-friendly plants to grow
Love plants but have feline friends at home too? These cat safe indoor plants give you instant style and peace of mind
By Jill Morgan Published
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Best Christmas plants and flowers – 13 buys for home or gifts
Fill your home with these Christmas plants and flowers for a fabulous festive feel. They make for wonderful gifts, too
By Nicola Stocken Published
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When to fertilize Christmas cactus
Know when to fertilize Christmas cactus and fill your home with winter color
By Jill Morgan Published
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Best winter houseplants – 21 plants to grow indoors in winter
The best winter houseplants are those that can cope with low light levels and changeable conditions indoors so add some of these expert picks to your home
By Karen Darlow Published
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3 plants to avoid in your home, according to Feng Shui principles
A Feng Shui expert offers their opinions on the best and worst Feng Shui plants
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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This plant may be ruining your sleep – say Feng Shui and sleep experts
Is this house plant bringing bad energy to your slumber? Here’s why moving your cacti could improve your wellbeing overnight
By Megan Slack Last updated