How to divide Christmas cactus into pots, and how long does it take for roots to grow after division?

1. How to divide the pots

1. Time for repotting: It is recommended to repot after flowering, usually between April and October, but it is best not to do it from June to August. The temperature is too high and the plant is in a dormant stage, making it difficult to recover. It is recommended to be done between April and May.

2. Choose potting soil: The flower pot should be made of a material with good permeability, such as a ceramic pot. The soil can be made of sandy loam. It is best to add an appropriate amount of bone meal or organic fertilizer at the bottom to increase nutrients and promote growth.

3. Steps for repotting: First loosen the soil carefully, being careful not to damage the roots. Gently dig out the plant and remove the soil. After that, cut off some old roots, dead roots and rotten roots. After pruning, disinfect and dry them, and then you can put them in the pot. When potting, spread out its roots and gently compact the surrounding soil after processing.

4. Later maintenance: After completing the potting, water it thoroughly once to make the potting soil and the plant wet. Then move it to a ventilated and dark place to let it grow slowly. It will resume growth in about a week and can be managed normally.

2. How long does it take for roots to grow after dividing the pot?

How long it takes for Christmas cactus to take root after being divided into pots depends on the method of division and the subsequent maintenance. Under normal circumstances, new roots can grow in about half a month. However, if the environment provided is not suitable or the method is wrong, the rooting time will be prolonged.