What are the cultivation methods and precautions of Kalanchoe?

Growth habits of Kalanchoe

Kalanchoe is native to Africa and is a short-day plant. It prefers a warm, humid, sunny environment. It grows best in an environment of 15-25 degrees. The high temperature in summer cannot exceed 30 degrees, and the temperature in winter cannot be lower than 5 degrees. It is best to plant it in fertile sandy loam.

How to grow Kalanchoe

Temperature: Although Kalanchoe blooms in winter, it is not cold-resistant and can only withstand temperatures as low as 5 degrees Celsius. When the temperature is below 10 degrees Celsius, it is best to move it indoors for maintenance.

Light: Kalanchoe likes light. Except for proper shade in the summer, it should be placed in a well-lit place at home in other seasons and get more sun.

Watering: Generally, water thoroughly 1-2 times a week. In winter and rainy days, the time can be extended for a few days. In the hot season, water in the evening or morning. In autumn and winter, water when the sun is close to noon.

Fertilization: Nitrogen fertilizer can be applied to Kalanchoe in March to promote the growth of branches and leaves, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers can be applied in April to promote flowering. After flowering, rejuvenation fertilizer can be applied again, and fertilizer should be applied three times a year.

Pruning: In spring or autumn, the weak, diseased, insect-infested, overgrown and dense branches of the Kalanchoe should be pruned off to keep the crown of the tree light and ventilated.

Precautions for growing Kalanchoe

Pinching: Pay attention to timely pinching in the early stage of vigorous growth to promote more branches, so as to make the plant fuller and improve the ornamental effect. After the flowers fade, the remaining flowers should be cut off in time to avoid consuming nutrients and affecting the number of flowers next time.

Repotting: Kalanchoe is usually repotted once in September or October. The potting soil is a mixture of peat, vermiculite, and garden soil in a ratio of 2:2:1. After repotting, gradually increase the light and start topdressing.