Pay attention to these 5 points when growing Kalanchoe, so that it can live a long life and bloom into a big flower ball!

1. What to do if the roots rot

1. It is hot and humid in summer, so check whether there is black root rot immediately. The roots are beneath the soil and sometimes cannot be found. When you see aerial roots growing on the stem, or the stem turns black and soft, there is a high probability that the roots have rotted.

2. First, cut off the rotten parts with a sharp knife. Apply carbendazim to the cut and place it in a cool and ventilated place to dry for 4 hours.

3. For water insertion, prepare a bottle, pour in pure water, and immerse the cuttings in the water. Do not let the roots touch the bottom, otherwise it will be difficult to take root. There is no need to change the water in the middle, and it will take at least 10 days to take root.

2. How to turn one pot into multiple pots

1. First, cut off several strong, disease-free Kalanchoe branches. Apply rooting powder on the cut surface and let it dry.

2. Prepare a transparent seedling box. You can use the plastic box that comes with eggs bought from the supermarket. It has grids and is very convenient to use. Choose a mixture of vermiculite and coarse sand as the medium, poke holes with chopsticks, bury the cuttings, and compact the soil.

3. Water every night to keep the soil moist. It will take about 8 days to take root.

4. After rooting, you can transplant it. First fill the flowerpot with a mixture of half garden soil and vermiculite. If you don't have any, you can use garden soil that has been exposed to the sun. Put the rooted Kalanchoe soil ball in the middle and fill the soil around it.

3. How to grow a big flower ball

1. If you want the Kalanchoe to grow into a large flower ball, you must first learn how to top and pinch the tips. The above picture is a demonstration. An independent Kalanchoe is not good-looking. After pinching the top, side branches will grow from the side, making the plant shape more beautiful.

2. The numbers in the picture above represent the four side branches. After pinching twice, four side branches will develop, which looks more symmetrical, and the plant will have a round and beautiful shape after flowering.

3. The secret of topping is to pick the branches where you want the plant to become fuller.

4. How to water for faster growth

1. Avoiding root rot is the basis for fast growth. Do not water too frequently. Prepare a small bamboo stick next to the pot, insert it and pull it out. When the surface is dry and free of soil, you can water it.

2. You can sprinkle a layer of bone meal on the surface of the potting soil. When watering, the water will seep in and provide nutrients for the Kalanchoe.

3. Applying liquid nitrogen fertilizer once a month can make the Kalanchoe grow strong branches and more flower buds. You can also buy some foliar fertilizer and spray it on the leaves. This will make the leaves grow big and shiny green.

5. How to bloom early

1. Kalanchoe is a short-day plant, which explains why it usually blooms in winter. If you want it to bloom early, you need to simulate the winter environment, that is, shorten the daylight hours.

2. The daily sun exposure time should be controlled from 9 am to 6 pm, a total of about 8 to 9 hours. Shade the sun at other times. You can find a large cardboard box or a large black plastic bag to cover it. If conditions permit, it is best to use a sunscreen net, which has good light-blocking properties and is breathable.

3. After one month of this, flower buds will appear. When shading, do not add too much water. Water only when the soil in the pot is completely dry. Otherwise, the air will not circulate and black rot will easily occur.

3. After one month of this, flower buds will appear. When shading, do not add too much water. Water only when the soil in the pot is completely dry. Otherwise, the air will not circulate and black rot will easily occur.

4. It is best to carry out the flowering induction treatment when the temperature drops below 28 degrees. Only large seedlings can be shaded to promote flowering, and they must be guaranteed to have 5 pairs of leaves. Otherwise, they will have little nutrient reserves and will not be able to withstand the stress.