How to repot Christmas cactus

1. Time

You can repot Christmas cactus around March to June after the flowering period. Do not repot during the flowering period, as this will affect the normal flowering of the plant. Try to repot the plant on a cloudy day. If it is raining, it is best to move it indoors to repot it.

2. Methods

1. Remove from the pot: Carefully dig the Christmas cactus out of the pot, but do not damage its roots. Shake off about 1/3 of the old soil on the roots. Keeping some of the old soil will help the plant recover better after repotting.

2. Root pruning: Use tools to comb through the tangled roots and trim off the unhealthy roots and dead roots, but do not damage its healthy roots.

3. Potting: After trimming the roots, plant it in a pot, but don't bury it too deep. Fill about 2/3 of the flowerpot with soil, then place the plant into the soil, and finally cover the roots with soil.

3. Maintenance

Don’t water it immediately after repotting. If the soil is slightly dry, it will help the plant to stretch and recover better. Generally, it takes a week of maintenance before you can give it proper watering. Don't let it see the sun right away. You can give it appropriate diffuse light.