What to Do If Your Kalanchoe Has Root Rot? A Few Effective Solutions

Kalanchoe is a beautiful symbol for people, signifying longevity and great good fortune. When we grow it at home, we all take care of it. But what do you do when one day you find your kalanchoe has root rot? Is there any solution? Actually, don't worry, there are solutions for kalanchoe root rot. Below we'll tell you about them, hoping they will help.

I. Solutions for Kalanchoe Root Rot

1. When we find root rot while growing kalanchoe. First, take the kalanchoe out of its pot, remove all the soil surrounding the roots, and use a knife to cut away the roots that have already rotted. Be sure to thoroughly cut away all roots that have rotted and changed color. Otherwise, improper treatment of the rotting wounds will lead to even more serious rot.

2. After thoroughly cutting away the rotten roots, the cuts need to be disinfected. You can apply carbendazim, which effectively prevents the plant from being infected by bacteria again. Then place it in a cool, ventilated place, and afterwards carry out rooting treatment.

3. If the rotten root area of the kalanchoe has grown flower buds, you can cut off the buds to prevent excessive consumption from harming the re-rooting. But the leaves should be kept, because this also allows the leaves to carry out normal biological functions and effectively promote new roots growing from the stems. Pruning in this way is very beneficial for the plant's regrowth.

4. Kalanchoe can be grown hydroponically, and a kalanchoe that needs to root will very easily grow new roots in water. After about half a month in water, you will find that new roots have formed, and at this point you can plant it normally in soil in a pot.

II. Solutions for Kalanchoe Root Rot

1. When you find the plant is top-heavy and has no foundation, you can take the plant out of the potting soil, soak it briefly in water, then shake off the growing medium, exposing all the roots. If the root system is large and only a few roots have rotted, you can cut off only the rotten and decayed roots, and then rescue the whole plant.

2. If it is late-stage root rot, you should decisively cut off all the roots, then according to the degree of lignification of the stem, cut the whole plant into several sections to rescue it. The cuts should be smooth and neat, which helps the wounds heal. If conditions allow, you can soak the diseased roots and wounds in 0.2% potassium permanganate. If you don't have potassium permanganate, just let it dry slightly and then carry out cuttings.

III. Causes of Kalanchoe Root Rot

For home-grown kalanchoe, root rot is a common disease. The cause is a lack of oxygen in the growing medium, so the roots carry out anaerobic respiration, producing alcohol, which kills the root cells. It is mainly caused by poor permeability of the growing medium, planting too deep, overwatering, and excessive fertilizing.

Conclusion: When you find your kalanchoe has root rot, you should promptly look for the cause and solve it in time. Let the kalanchoe's root system recover its vitality, grow stronger and more beautiful.