Moving and Repotting a Prickly Pear Type Cactus

Handling a 3-Foot Opuntia-Type Cactus Without Glochid Misery

Owner needs to move and repot a cactus with flat oval pads and irritating fine spines (glochids).

Moving

1. Wrap in a rug or thick blanket; secure.
2. Lift by base into a box; secure box.

Repotting

1. Get a helper.
2. Roll newspaper, wrap around plant to grip.
3. Cut/break old pot away.
4. Lift root ball into new pot with fresh soilless mix.
5. Fill to base level; no water for a week.

Note

Photo would help confirm species (likely Opuntia).