Kalanchoe (Christmas Kalanchoe) Picture Appreciation and Detailed Explanation of Cultivation Methods

To grow Kalanchoe, mix garden soil, leaf mold and river sand as its potting soil; light should be sufficient, and no shading is needed except in midsummer. The suitable temperature during the growing period is 20-25°C, and during dormancy it is 16-20°C; do not water too much, keep the potting soil on the dry side, watering once every 3-4 days. Fertilizing is done in spring and autumn and after flowering, applying liquid fertilizer once every 15-20 days. After flower buds form, add 1-2 applications of 0.2% potassium dihydrogen phosphate; pinch the growing tips during the peak growing season, and cut off the spent flowers after they fade.

1. Soil

For planting Kalanchoe, choose loose, fertile soil with good drainage; do not choose heavy clay soil. You can mix leaf mold, garden soil and river sand in a ratio of 4:2:2.

Kalanchoe

2. Light

Kalanchoe likes sunlight and needs to be placed in a sunny spot such as a balcony. It can be shaded appropriately in summer; apart from that, it needs sufficient light all year round.

3. Water

Kalanchoe itself holds a lot of water and has a relatively strong drought resistance, so it does not need frequent watering. During the growing period, water once every 2-3 days; during the winter dormant period, reduce the frequency of watering.

Kalanchoe

4. Temperature

The suitable temperature during the growing period is 20-25°C; during the winter dormant period, keep the temperature at 16-20°C, so that it can bloom around the Spring Festival. If the temperature is below 5°C, the leaves will turn red and the flowering period will be delayed.

5. Fertilizing

During the growing season, fertilize once every 15-20 days, choosing a dilute compound liquid fertilizer to make growth faster; after flower buds form, you can apply a 0.2% potassium dihydrogen phosphate aqueous solution.