How to Grow Kalanchoe delagoensis (Mother of Thousands)? Detailed Guide to Planting Methods and Care Tips

Mother of Thousands is an alias for Kalanchoe delagoensis (Bryophyllum delagoense), a plant of the Crassulaceae family in the succulent group. It is extremely hardy, and just a bit of soil dust is enough for it to reproduce. So how do you growMother of Thousands?

1. Proper Pinching Topping

Young seedlings should be pinched promptly after rooting to encourage branching; for older plants whose stems have become semi-lignified, bare at the base, and crooked rather than upright, reducing their ornamental value, they should be cut back to stimulate new shoots.

2. Fertilizer and Water Management

Water only after the soil has dried out completely; there is no need to worry about it drying to death. Do not fertilize too frequently, otherwise it will cause excessive growth and may even cause the plant to rot. Fertilizing 1-2 times a month during the growing season is sufficient.

3. Light

In midsummer, provide slight shade; in other seasons, it needs ample light, otherwise the color at the leaf margins will fade. Mother of Thousands likes a warm, humid, sunny, and well-ventilated environment. In winter, the temperature is best kept above 2 degrees Celsius so it can overwinter safely.

Mother of Thousands is very suitable for beginner gardeners. Its care process is not that complicated; just provide basic care.