Kalanchoe Red – Small

Description

🌞 Light

• Kalanchoe needs bright light to thrive, ideally near a sunny window. If indoors, place it close (within ~30 cm) to a south-facing window so it gets plenty of bright, indirect light. Too little light can make the plant leggy and reduce blooms. (Allan’s Flowers)

💧 Watering

• These are succulents — they store water in their leaves.
• Water only when the top 1–2 inches (2–5 cm) of soil is dry.
• Allow water to drain fully; avoid letting the pot sit in standing water.
• Overwatering leads to yellowing leaves and root rot. (Gardeners Supply)
• A general guideline (e.g., for a ~12 cm pot): ~0.5 cup (120 ml) every ~10–14 days in bright light — but adjust based on your conditions. (Greg App)

🌱 Soil & Pot

• Use a well-draining succulent/cactus mix, or add coarse sand/perlite to regular potting soil. (joyusgarden.com)
• Make sure the pot has drainage holes so excess water escapes. (joyusgarden.com)

🌿 Temperature & Humidity

• Prefers warm conditions — comfortable room temperature (~18–29 °C).
• Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below ~10 °C. (The Spruce)

🌼 Feeding

• Kalanchoe aren’t heavy feeders.
• During active growth (spring/summer), you can feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength every 4–6 weeks. (Gardeners Supply)

✂️ Pruning & Blooming

• Remove spent flowers to encourage new growth. (Gardeners Supply)
• To encourage repeat blooming indoors, some growers use a seasonal reduction in light (short nights) — giving the plant a dark period each evening for several weeks. (joyusgarden.com)

🪲 Common Problems

• Yellow leaves: often from overwatering or poor drainage. Let the soil dry more between waterings. (Lowe’s)
• Leggy growth: not enough light — move it to brighter spot. (Lowe’s)
• Pests like mealybugs or aphids can appear occasionally — treat with mild soapy water or neem oil if needed. (joyusgarden.com)