Thanksgiving Cactus is from the Cactaceae family of plants. This may not make much sense but the latin names for plants are often used to group them. It is a specific type of Houseplant so can be repotted in a similar way to your other type of Houseplant you may have.
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Repotting Thanksgiving Cactus – The ultimate guide
In this guide, we’ll navigate through the essential steps of repotting Thanksgiving Cactus. Let’s begin!
1: Select the appropriate time for repotting Thanksgiving Cactus
When you have decided on repotting, it becomes time to make the right plan to repot Thanksgiving Cactus. Try to repot during a growth phase of the plant which usually comes before bloom time (which is in Fall). Also, it is useful to know that the soil ph for Thanksgiving Cactus is Acidic so you can buy the right soil and get a testing kit if necessary.
2: Free your Thanksgiving Cactus from its current container for repotting
How easy it is to take your Thanksgiving Cactus out of the pot is up to how dry the soil is and the type of pot. This is why it is important to water in the previous step. However, with a few squeezes, bangs and maybe turning upside down, you should be able to remove your Thanksgiving Cactus eventually.
3: Add your Thanksgiving Cactus to its new home
The third and final step involves adding your Thanksgiving Cactus in to its new home after you have removed it to complete repotting. Once done, pack in and cover the roots with Moist but well-drained soil as this is how it grows best. Thanksgiving Cactus can then be watered a final time before being left for a while to let the roots settle. It is common to have to let the roots settle like other plants that have the same roots. Synogium Albo is a good plant to grow if you would like a similar plant.
Looking after your Thanksgiving Cactus
Read the following information carefully as it will walk you through how to make sure your Thanksgiving Cactus thrives after the repotting process is over
What is Thanksgiving Cactus called botanically?
Ever wondered about the scientific and botanical identities of Thanksgiving Cactus? You may have come across Thanksgiving Cactus Schlumbergera truncata or Schlumbergera truncata in the past, You can research these names using trusted sources like wikipedia’s page on botanical names where you can find out a lot more information. These names provide a more in-depth understanding of your plant’s classification. You may even find ideas for choosing similar plants for your next repotting task like Sword Fern. This plant shares similar characteristics so you may wish to repot them together.
On the other hand, if you’re in the mood for a change, why not explore the information we have on repotting a completely different plant like Plectranthus?
What plant family is Thanksgiving Cactus from?
To take care of your Thanksgiving Cactus in the best way after repotting, make sure you research how to take care of Houseplant in general as your plant is from the same family. In latin, this family name is called Cactaceae that is non-hazardous.
When can you expect your repotted Thanksgiving Cactus to bloom?
There is nothing better than seeing Thanksgiving Cactus flourish after you have repotted it successfully. You can expect Red, pink, orange, white blooms in the Fall time and enjoy seeing your Thanksgiving Cactus grow up before these months to around 12-24 in. long, 12-24 in. wide. If you don’t like the look of the type of plant you’re growing, perhaps try growing a Taro instead.
Is the best place to keep Thanksgiving Cactus indoors or outdoors after repotting?
Deciding on keeping a plant outside can be a risky option if you’re not sure how well your Thanksgiving Cactus will hold up in the change of climate. However, the good news is, now you have repotted it, it can always be brought back inside if you notice sub-optimal plant growth.
Take a look at the hardiness zone (10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b) and the plant’s original native area (South America). Then compare it to whether you think your local environment will suit your Thanksgiving Cactus or if you’re putting it at risk by keeping it outdoors.
Once the repotting process is done for your Thanksgiving Cactus, what should you do?
In the aftercare of Thanksgiving Cactus, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Partial, shade), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (10a, 10b, 11a, 11b, 12a, 12b) and that your climate is similar to where your Thanksgiving Cactus is from (South America). If you do this correctly, your Thanksgiving Cactus should grow to its mature size in its new pot of 12-24 in. long, 12-24 in. wide.