The common blue violet will sometimes form tiny, inconspicuous flowers that look simply like buds that haven't bloomed. These flowers are being pollinated, but through self-pollination!
Christmas cactus plants require at least 12 hours of uninterrupted total darkness (beginning at the Autumnal Equinox) for five to six weeks to form flower buds. Any kind of light, even artificial ...
The best time to start is simply as soon as you see the flower buds forming. All you have to do is gently pinch off the budding flowers at the base using your fingers. Be sure to regularly check ...