Can I water the Christmas cactus after transplanting?

1. Can I water it?

Whether Christmas cactus can be watered after transplanting depends on the dryness and wetness of the cultivation medium. If the soil is relatively dry, water it immediately after transplanting and make sure it is watered thoroughly. You don’t need to add water for about half a month in the later stage, just sprinkle water more often at ordinary times. If the substrate is relatively moist and you can still squeeze out water with your hands, you don't need to water it. Wait until it is slightly dry before watering it thoroughly.

2. Maintenance after transplanting

The newly transplanted Christmas cactus is relatively weak and cannot be placed directly in direct light. It should be placed in weak scattered light first, and then the light should be gradually increased after it adapts. Otherwise, it will be sunburned, resulting in transplant failure and inability to survive. In addition, you cannot rush to apply fertilizer right after planting. The roots cannot absorb fertilizer at this time. If you apply fertilizer, it will burn the roots and cause the plant to die.

3. Precautions for transplanting

When transplanting, avoid the flowering period, because the plant is very sensitive during flowering, and most of the nutrients in the roots are absorbed by the flowers and cannot be repaired. If transplanted at this time, the flowers will fall off and the survival rate will be affected. In addition, water should be controlled before transplanting. It is best to stop watering a week before. This will make it easier to remove the plant from the pot and reduce damage to the root system.