Welcome to HealthyHouseplants.com, where we share all things gardening in the great indoors! Today’s video is all about caring for kalanchoe—keeping this popular indoor plant healthy and even blooming throughout the year.
Overview of Kalanchoe Care Kalanchoe plants are often gifted during winter holidays but may not thrive without the right care. With the right approach, you can enjoy their beautiful blooms year-round.
Kalanchoe Basics These plants are succulents with waxy, thick leaves and come in various flower colors, such as fuchsia, orange, yellow, red, pink, white, and peach. They thrive indoors and add vibrant color to your home.
Watering Needs Avoid overwatering; kalanchoes are succulents and need to dry out between waterings. Use a moisture meter or check soil dryness before watering. Water thoroughly, ensuring good drainage, and avoid letting the plant sit in water.
Lighting Requirements Bright light is essential for kalanchoes to bloom. While they can bloom in an eastern or southern window, full-spectrum lighting can enhance blooming.
Fertilizing Feed kalanchoes monthly from late winter through fall, using an organic houseplant fertilizer. Liquid fertilizers are often effective for monthly feedings.
Outdoor Care If you plan to transition kalanchoes outdoors, do so gradually, placing them in indirect light. Bring them back indoors before frost, as they are sensitive to cold.
Pest Management Remove spent blooms to avoid pests like mealybugs, which are attracted to wilted flowers.
Kalanchoe Care FAQ
What is the best way to water kalanchoe plants?
Allow kalanchoes to dry out between waterings, as overwatering can cause root rot. Use a moisture meter or check soil dryness before watering.
How much light do kalanchoes need?
Kalanchoes require bright light to bloom effectively. Full-spectrum lighting is ideal, though an unobstructed eastern or southern window may work for seasonal blooms.
How often should I fertilize my kalanchoe?
Fertilize monthly from late winter to fall with a balanced organic houseplant fertilizer.
Can I keep my kalanchoe outside?
You can keep kalanchoes outdoors in indirect sunlight during the summer. Transition them back indoors before the first frost.
How do I prevent pests on my kalanchoe?
Prune off spent blooms to avoid attracting pests like mealybugs. Inspect plants regularly and remove any signs of infestation.
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