Can you put cactus away from direct sunlight?

[Lyn1949]

I have just 3 small  christmas cactus that i am planting in terracotta pots. 

Can i put them under the pergola it doesnt get direct sunlight 

[EricL]

Hi @Lyn1949

Just keep in mind that the Christmas Cactus prefers indirect sunlight. Leaving them in the sun usually burns the leaves. You'll see this as the leaves start to turn dark red. A sure sign that the plant is getting sunburned. So keep a close watch as the sun travels through the day. Make sure that your plants are outside the path of direct sunlight.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric