How to Fertilize Kalanchoe? A Detailed Guide to the Correct Fertilizing Method

Kalanchoe, also known as the longevity flower, is a plant in the Crassulaceae family, genus Kalanchoe. Because it blooms from December to May of the following year, it is deeply loved by people. Many people buy a pot during the Spring Festival to give to relatives and friends. So how do you fertilize kalanchoe?

1. What fertilizer to use on kalanchoe?

1. When we fertilize kalanchoe, during the seedling stage it is best to apply a liquid fertilizer with a relatively high nitrogen content, as this can enhance the growth and development of kalanchoe.

2. When kalanchoe is blooming, we should apply liquid fertilizer beforehand, so that kalanchoe produces more and more vividly colored flowers. In addition, it is best to use a slightly acidic sandy soil for planting kalanchoe.

2. How do you fertilize kalanchoe?

1. Fertilizing in spring and autumn. Kalanchoe is a plant that quite likes fertilizer, so during its growth period and flowering period in spring and autumn, it is best to fertilize kalanchoe 2 times each month.

2. Fertilizing in summer and winter. Summer and winter are when kalanchoe grows slowly, and in winter it even stops growing. So when fertilizing in these two seasons, we can either not apply fertilizer or apply only a small amount, judging according to the actual situation.

3. Do not apply fertilizer to the leaves of kalanchoe. When fertilizing kalanchoe, be sure not to get fertilizer on the leaves, otherwise it will cause the leaves of kalanchoe to rot. If it accidentally gets on them, we should promptly rinse the fertilizer off with clean water.

4. Apply a light fertilizer once a month. Because the flowering period of kalanchoe lasts for a very long time, we should break the bad rule of not fertilizing during the flowering period, and it is best to apply a light fertilizer once a month. Follow the principle of light fertilizer applied frequently.