Kalanchoe care

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
Other names: Flaming Katy, Florist kalanchoe
Light: Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in a bright window. Morning sun is good. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun.
Soil check: Every 7 to 14 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Normal room air is fine
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel near the bottom of the pot?

Push a wooden skewer or a pencil to the bottom of the pot. Pull it out. Look at it and feel it.

Dry: the skewer is clean and dry, all the way down. Water the plant.
Damp: the skewer has a little dark soil on the lower part. Do not water yet.
Wet: the skewer is dark and wet, with soil that sticks to it. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a cactus mix, or potting soil with about one third perlite.

For new flowers, give 14 hours of full dark each night for 4 to 6 weeks. Then return to normal light.
Cut off old flower stems after they fade. This helps new flowers grow.
Soft stems or leaves mean too much water. Let the soil dry well.
White powder on the leaves is mildew. Give more air and keep the leaves dry.

Toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets and children.