Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe are one of the most eye catchy flowering plants from the heartlands of Madagascar. Kalanchoe plants features think succulent leaves and contains a cluster of tiny attractive flowers. Not just the flowers, even the leaves of this succulent flowering plant looks very attractive and portrays itself to be one of the best houseplants to go for. Kalanchoe plants love well drained fertile soil and prefer mild temperatures of around 16 degree Celsius. It is not recommended to expose kalanchoe plants to very harsh light as it may damage the leaves. During the months of October and March, when the day lengths are known be shorter tiny little flower buds start to show up.Â
Please note that this product will not have flowers at the time of shipping. Later the plant will bloom and the flower can be of any color.
TruKisan’s Healthy Plant Guide
Sunlight
Expose the plant to morning sunlight for 3 to 6 hours. Make sure to protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it may damage its foliage.
Manure Application
During the main growing season feed the plant with organic manure once a month. Loosen the topsoil so it can uptake nutrients and moisture easily.
Re-potting
When a plant outgrows from its current pot, re-pot the plant late evening and keep it in a shady area for 2 to 3 days. Then you can move the plant to its suitable climatic condition.
Watering
Water when topsoil i.e., 1-3 inches, feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly during the summer season and moderately in the winter and rainy seasons.
Soil
Make sure to well drain the soil and ensure that it is fertile rich in organic content.
Temperature & Harvest
Maintain the temperature between 25 to 40 degrees Celsius. You can harvest its leaves when they grow well and look fleshy.
Plant Protection
Get rid of the dead, infected, or damaged plant parts and dispose of them away from the planting area.
Plant Safety
Keep it away from small children, pets, extremely cold and hot areas. Avoid over-watering the plant especially when the pot does not have any drainage holes.
General Info
| Common Name | Kalanchoe |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 5ft. |
| Bloom Time | During Winter |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
| Sunlight | Natural sunlight is preferred |
| Soil | Any potting mix will be fine. We recommend using TruKisan’s potting mix for best results. |
| Temperature | 25 to 40 degree Celsius. |
| Fertilizer | We recommend using liquid fertilizer or slow release pellets for better results. |
Initial Plant Care After Unboxing
Follow these steps for at least 1-2 weeks after receiving the plant at your location:
- Keep the plant in natural or indirect bright light.
- Poke your finger or a small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Water when topsoil i.e., 1 to 3 inches feels dry to touch.
- Do not re-pot the plant for a minimum of 2 weeks after receiving it.
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