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Lessons from a Cactus Dilemma!
I am captivated by a beautiful plant!
I'm delighted with my purchase of a stunning Thanksgiving Cactus! With its vibrant red blooms, it's like a celebration right in my living room.
The way the succulent leaves gracefully branch out, forming beautiful stems, truly adds a lively touch to my space. Each morning, I marvel at the dazzling flowers that seem to radiate joy.
Oh, Blimey!
But just as I was basking in its beauty, disaster struck! Four days after bringing it home, the blossoms began to drop, leaving me heartbroken. What a letdown!
Determined to revive my beloved plant,
I turned to a local horticulturist for guidance. She shared some wonderful insights that reignited my hope.
She said the Christmas cactus — also known as Schlumbergera truncate — thrives in indirect light and loves humidity. She advised me to find a cozy spot in a north — or east-facing window and keep it shielded from harsh, direct sunlight.
(That was my problem-it was in direct sunlight!)
