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title: "Hi friends! I have a question about companion planting. I’m repotting…"
description: "Hi friends! I have a question about companion planting. I’m repotting a large Christmas cactus into a pretty new pot, and to give it more visual interest, I’d…"
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# Hi friends! I have a question about companion planting. I’m repotting…

_Posted by Mads on 2026-05-26_

Hi friends! I have a question about companion planting.

I’m repotting a large Christmas cactus into a pretty new pot, and to give it more visual interest, I’d like to underplant with a few different species.

What types of plants would you recommend to pot with a Christmas cactus? Other jungle cacti? Hoya? Lipstick plant? Pothos goes with everything… scindapsus?

Bonus too if you’ve potted a Christmas cactus with another species and can tell me about your experience! ☺️

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## 11 comments

### Deborah commented on 2026-06-04

Lovely plant. Why are the ends of the leaves turning a redish or brown colour.

#### HotMessWithGrace replied on 2026-08-18

Sun

### Deborah commented on 2026-06-04

Is that normal?

#### Mads replied on 2026-06-05

Yep, it’s normal! It’s sun stressing. The plant produces anthocyanins (which make the leaves appear red, pink, or purple) to protect it from the extra light. ☺️

#### Buckolena replied on 2026-10-22

Brand new plant dad and was just gifted some Christmas cactus that needs propagating tomorrow. Some good information to know! I didn’t know that information about this plant! Thank you!

### Deborah commented on 2026-06-05

Thanks Mads!

#### Mads replied on 2026-06-05

No prob! 😊

### Deborah commented on 2026-08-23

Why are leaves turning yellow on my south facing 5 ft from window zz plant?

#### Mads replied on 2026-08-25

How long does it take the soil to dry out? With the plant being that far from a window, it may not be getting enough light to use up water before the roots become damaged.

### Deborah commented on 2026-08-25

Ill keep better watch on the soil! Thanks!

#### Mads replied on 2026-08-25

No problem, hope it works out for you!

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