{"product_id":"schlumbergera-white-p17","title":"Schlumbergera white \/ P17","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera White – White Christmas Cactus – 17cm Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – White Flowering Selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as a potted indoor plant in a 17cm pot (P17)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant white flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e opening at the tips of the segmented green stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate autumn and winter flowering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for seasonal indoor colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive flattened, jointed stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e providing year-round greenery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally arching growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that develops a graceful trailing habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lived flowering houseplant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the potential to bloom again each year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera White, commonly known as the Christmas Cactus, is a tropical forest cactus grown for its beautiful seasonal flowers and unusual green stems. Its elegant white blooms emerge from the ends of flattened, jointed stem segments, creating a fresh contrast against the plant's rich green growth. The flowers are tubular and layered, with delicately overlapping petals that give them a light, graceful appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a 17cm pot, this white-flowering selection is an attractive choice for bright indoor spaces during autumn and winter. Unlike the familiar desert cacti, Schlumbergera naturally grows in humid forest environments, where it receives filtered sunlight and regular moisture. Its stems gradually lengthen and arch over the sides of the pot, making it especially appealing on a raised plant stand, bright shelf or windowsill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful winter flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The white blooms bring fresh colour to indoor spaces when many houseplants are resting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnusual evergreen structure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The connected, leaf-like green stems remain decorative even when the plant is not flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraceful growth with age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature plants develop longer, arching stems that create a fuller, cascading outline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rewarding annual flowering cycle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cooler autumn conditions and longer nights can encourage a new display of flower buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn attractive seasonal gift:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The combination of white flowers and evergreen stems makes it particularly appealing for winter gifting and indoor displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas Cactus, Holiday Cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite flowering; individual cultivar not specified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen tropical forest cactus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite, tubular flowers with layered petals, borne at stem tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering Period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually late autumn to winter, depending on the selection and growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlattened, jointed green stem segments that perform the function of leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInitially bushy, becoming arching and trailing with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly around 20–45cm indoors, depending on the selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly around 30–45cm or more as stems lengthen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, indirect natural light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAiry, moisture-retentive but freely draining houseplant compost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate during active growth; reduced during cooler resting periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreferred Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 18–22°C during active growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep above approximately 10°C and protect from frost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppreciates moderate indoor humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight shaping, feeding during active growth and seasonal flowering care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright indoor windowsills, plant stands, shelves and decorative containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition and Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace your Schlumbergera in a bright indoor position with plenty of filtered or indirect natural light. An east-facing window is often ideal, offering gentle morning sunshine without prolonged exposure to strong afternoon sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid intense direct summer sunlight through glass, which can discolour or scorch the green stem segments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring darker Irish winters, keep the plant reasonably close to a bright window while protecting it from cold glass, draughts and direct radiator heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera requires more regular moisture than typical desert cacti.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring active growth, water thoroughly when the upper few centimetres of compost begin to dry. Allow excess water to drain away completely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid leaving the nursery pot standing in water inside a decorative outer pot, as persistently wet compost can damage the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce watering during cooler resting periods, allowing the compost to dry slightly further between applications without keeping the plant completely dry for prolonged periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring flowering, aim for reasonably consistent moisture rather than alternating between very dry and saturated conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompost and Repotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a free-draining, airy houseplant compost that retains some moisture without becoming compacted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA peat-free houseplant mix amended with perlite and fine orchid bark is suitable for its forest-cactus roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a pot with drainage holes. Schlumbergera generally grows well with a relatively snug root system, so avoid moving it into an unnecessarily large container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot after flowering or during spring growth when the roots have filled the existing pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature and Winter Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring active growth, Schlumbergera prefers normal indoor temperatures of approximately 18–22°C.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is frost-tender and should be kept above approximately 10°C. Protect it from cold draughts and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA cooler autumn period, around 12–15°C, can help encourage flower-bud formation when combined with naturally shortening days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce buds develop, maintain a stable indoor position with good light and avoid abrupt changes in temperature or watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding and Routine Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser during active growth from spring to late summer, following the manufacturer's recommended dilution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLittle pruning is required. If stems become uneven or excessively long, remove selected segments at their natural joints after flowering or in spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis encourages branching and helps maintain a fuller shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove damaged or shrivelled segments when necessary, and check the joints occasionally for mealybugs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncouraging Flowers Again\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchlumbergera responds to seasonal changes in day length and temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring early autumn, allow the plant to experience longer, uninterrupted nights and slightly cooler conditions. Reduce watering moderately while growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid strong artificial light late into the evening during the bud-forming period, as this can interfere with the plant's response to shorter days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen buds are clearly visible, return the plant to comfortable indoor temperatures and maintain steady, moderate watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid repeatedly moving or rotating a heavily budded plant between different environments, as sudden changes can cause buds to drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity and Suitable Rooms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a tropical forest cactus, Schlumbergera appreciates moderate atmospheric humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is suitable for bright living rooms, kitchens and conservatories where temperatures remain reasonably stable. A bright bathroom may also be appropriate if sufficient natural light is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn very dry, centrally heated rooms, a pebble tray containing water beneath the pot can help provide a slightly more humid local environment, provided the pot itself is not sitting in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright living rooms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White flowers provide an elegant winter display on side tables and plant stands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEast-facing windowsills:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gentle morning light suits its preference for bright conditions without intense sunshine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised shelves and plant stands:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The arching stems gradually develop an attractive trailing shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright kitchens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable where natural light is good and the plant is kept away from direct heat and cold draughts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter gifting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A flowering Christmas Cactus makes an appealing seasonal present with lasting evergreen interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough commonly called a Christmas Cactus, Schlumbergera is a tropical forest cactus rather than a desert cactus. It prefers filtered light, moderate moisture and an airy compost rather than intense sunshine and prolonged drought.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is identified as a white-flowering Schlumbergera, but no individual species or cultivar has been confirmed. Flower shape, precise flowering dates and eventual plant dimensions may therefore vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering is influenced by temperature, day length and growing conditions. 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