Can Christmas cactus be exposed to the sun in winter? Can the pot be changed in winter?

1. Can you sunbathe in winter?

Christmas cactus itself likes light and is a short-day plant. During the management period, the plant needs 4 to 6 hours of sunlight every day to meet its growth needs so that it can grow normally and bloom. The temperature is low in winter and the light is very soft, so of course you can bask in the sun. It can be placed on a well-lit windowsill or balcony indoors. More sunlight will help it survive the winter and bloom in the spring of next year. It can make the flowers more colorful and the flowering period will last longer.

2. Can I change the pot in winter?

You cannot repot Christmas cactus in winter. Because this is its flowering stage, it is the time when it needs nutrients. If you change the pot, it will consume a lot of nutrients and affect flowering. Moreover, the temperature is very low at this time, and it is difficult for the plants to adapt to the environment after repotting, which can easily lead to death.

It is recommended to repot it in spring after the flowers have faded. After the flowers fade, cut off the remaining flowers to save nutrient consumption. After that, you can change the pot and transplant it. At this time, the environment is suitable and the plant can adapt to the new environment more quickly and resume growth.

3. Precautions for changing pots

In addition to time, when repotting it, you must also pay attention to root pruning. Cut off the old, dead and rotten roots. It is also necessary to replace all the original soil so that there is sufficient nutrients and the plants can better absorb nutrients and water, which is more conducive to later growth.