It is best to water from the base of the container to prevent any moisture from collecting on the body of the brain cactus. If you wish to propagate the plant, there are some easy methods. Use woody stem cuttings and allow the cut end to callus over for a week. Then insert the cut end into soilless potting medium, such as lightly moistened sand During the winter, keep these plants indoors to protect them from frost. Moon cacti are tolerant of drought, so they do not need regular watering. Check the soil in-between waterings to make sure it is nearly dry. Increase the frequency of watering during the summer and cut back on watering the cactus in winter. Easy to grow and low maintenance. Drought resistant. Mostly houseplants, but some grow outside. Plant in free-draining, gritty compost. Most enjoy full sun. Make new plants from cuttings or seeds. Many produce attractive flowers. As soon as the soil has completely dried out, water the cacti as soon as possible. This can be done every 10 to 14 days in the spring and summer, but it can take a little longer in the winter. To evenly moisten the cactus, water them from the top and then slowly pour the potting soil over them. A location in light shade or early morning sun is best for growing Christmas cactus outdoors in warmer climates, although a sunnier location is suitable in fall and winter. Beware of intense light, which may bleach the leaves. Temperatures between 70 and 80 F. (21-27 C.) are ideal during the growing season. Be careful of sudden changes in light Place the pot in a well-lit area, avoiding direct sunlight. The cutting should show signs of growth within a few weeks, at which time the plant can be transferred to another container with a looser potting soil mix of compost, loam and sand. The best Christmas cactus soil has a pH balance of 5.5 to 6.2. Put a layer of potting mix in the new pot, which is slightly bigger in diameter, and sit the plant on it. Fill the rest of the pot with the potting mix and firm down. Do not water for a few days to prevent rotting of damaged roots. Keeping these conditions gives the best care for your cacti or succulent. Most importantly, remember when it comes jX9vKK.