Choose a pot with drainage holes that is only slightly larger than the current one
Use a well-draining potting mix made for cacti or succulents
Water the plant lightly a day or two before transplanting
Gently remove the Christmas cactus from its old pot
Loosen the root ball carefully and remove excess old soil
Inspect the roots and trim any that are damaged or rotten
Place a small amount of fresh potting mix in the new pot
Set the plant at the same depth it was growing before
Fill in around the roots with fresh soil and lightly firm it
Leave a little space at the top of the pot for watering
Water lightly after transplanting
Place the plant in bright, indirect light
Avoid direct sun and overwatering after transplanting
Wait a few weeks before fertilizing
Keep the plant slightly moist until it settles in