Schlumbergera Red (P13)
Delivery information
Click and Collect: Please allow up to 24 hours for us to pick and process your order. As soon as we have picked your order we will phone you and arrange a time to collect it.
An Post (Seeds Only) €4.00
A postal fee of €4.00 applies for any seed order. It does not apply to bulbs or seed potatoes or large boxes of wildflower seeds.
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Pallet Delivery For Dublin and Parts of Kildare €25.00
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Pallet Delivery Nationwide €59
(For counties outside of Dublin & Kildare) If your order is overweight or bulky or fragile and your shipping address is not based in Dublin or Kildare then we will ship your order by pallet.
Schlumbergera, commonly referred to as Christmas Cactus, is a popular houseplant known for its vibrant and prolific blooms around the holiday season. The red variety of Schlumbergera stands out with its bright, crimson flowers that contrast dramatically with its dark green, segmented leaves. This plant is favored not only for its festive appearance but also for its low-maintenance care and the cozy atmosphere it adds to any space during the winter months.
Why We Like It
- Striking Blooms: Offers bright red, attention-grabbing flowers that are particularly cheerful.
- Seasonal Appeal: Blooms around Christmas, adding a traditional touch to holiday decor.
- Easy Care: Requires minimal maintenance and is relatively easy for beginners to care for.
What to Know
- Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light; too much direct sunlight can harm the plant.
- Watering: Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging; reduce watering in the fall lead-up to blooming period.
- Soil: Needs well-draining soil, ideally a mix designed for succulents or cacti.
- Fertilization: Feed with a balanced fertilizer during its growing season in the spring and summer.
- Re-potting: Re-pot sparingly, only when the plant becomes root-bound or the soil needs refreshing.
Flower Colour
- Red
Flowering Months
- Typically late November to January, with the peak around Christmas.
Eventual Height and Spread
- Height: Approximately 30-60 cm
- Spread: Approximately 30-50 cm.
