Cacti should be repotted no less than once a year because they need fresh soil. Also, during repotting, you’ll be able to check whether the cactus’s roots are damaged or not.

First, water the plant and let the water drain, then carefully take the cactus out of the pot. Make sure to use gloves to protect your hands from spikes.
Remove the old soil from the roots with a thin stick, trying not to damage them. Pour a layer of soil mixture into the new pot that should be a bit bigger in diameter than the previous pot and plant your cactus there.
Fill the rest of the pot with the residuals of the mixture and press firmly down. Keep in mind that the cactus shouldn’t be watered right after repotting, otherwise, you won’t be able to prevent the rotting of the roots.

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