What should I do if the Kalanchoe is lush but not blooming?

The Kalanchoe plant is small in size, has bright and even flowers in many colors, and symbolizes health and longevity. It is easy to care for and can be said to be a very good starter flower . However, you also need to pay attention to some techniques when caring for Kalanchoe, otherwise you will often encounter the problem of not blooming. So how do you deal with it specifically? Let’s learn more about it below.

1. Provide enough light

Kalanchoe needs plenty of light to bloom. Therefore, it is best to place the Kalanchoe in a bright location for maintenance so that it receives at least four hours of direct sunlight every day. If the light intensity is weak, it is necessary to compensate for the lack of light by extending the lighting time. In addition, it is best to rotate the flower pot every few days to ensure that it receives even light.

2. Temperature management

Kalanchoe prefers a warm environment, and the ideal growth temperature is 20-25℃. If the ambient temperature is too low, it may affect the formation and flowering of flower buds. Therefore, when the temperature is low in winter, it is best to bring the plants indoors in time to keep warm.

3. Reasonable fertilization

Many people do not give the Kalanchoe sufficient phosphorus fertilizer, such as potassium dihydrogen phosphate, when fertilizing it. Instead, they give it more nitrogen fertilizer. In this case, although it will have lush branches and leaves, it will not bloom. Therefore, it is necessary to reduce the use of nitrogen fertilizers and use fertilizers rich in phosphorus and potassium at the same time to change the growth mode to reproductive growth, and the Kalanchoe will slowly bloom.

4. Scientific watering

Kalanchoe has certain requirements for water management. Too much or too little water may affect flowering. When watering Kalanchoe, you must pay attention to the time and amount of watering. It is best to make appropriate adjustments according to the season. Generally, spring and autumn are the peak growth seasons for Kalanchoe, and you can water it every 3-4 days. In summer, water the plants every 5-7 days and make sure they are watered thoroughly. In winter, watering should be done after the soil in the pot is completely dry.

5. Proper pruning

If the Kalanchoe is not pruned regularly, the useless branches will disperse the nutrients of the flower, resulting in a lack of nutrients for the flower during the flowering period and the failure to bloom. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to timely pruning and pinching to promote branching and make the plant shape round, so that the Kalanchoe will not grow too tall.

6. Change the pot at the right time

In addition to the above reasons, many people forget to change the pot. In fact, not changing the pot for a long time will cause the Kalanchoe to not bloom. It is generally recommended to replace the potting soil every 1-2 years during the cultivation process, and the selected soil must be loose and breathable sandy soil.

In general, the Kalanchoe may seem to be growing very lushly but cannot bloom. In fact, there is something wrong with the cultivation method. Common causes are inadequate lighting, low temperature, improper water and fertilizer, etc. Just treat the symptoms.