Extending the flowering period of kalanchoe is very simple; blooming for three or four months is no problem

The flowering period of kalanchoe comes near Christmas, and the flowering period is also very long, so it is called a flower that many people love very much for setting off the festive atmosphere. It has high ornamental value, and of course, even when it is not blooming, you can also enjoy its leaves. It is a very ideal indoor potted flower, with a small and exquisite plant, compact plant shape, emerald green leaves, and dense flowers. It is a very ideal indoor potted flower for winter and spring.

The flowering period of kalanchoe is still very long, but if it is not cared for properly, it is often easy to shorten the flowering period of kalanchoe. So how can the flowering period of kalanchoe be extended?

1. Kalanchoe is best placed in a ventilated environment with scattered light for care. About one month before the flowering period arrives, it is necessary to ensure that it can receive about 8 hours of light every day.

2. During the growth period, kalanchoe needs proper water control and must not be watered too much. After the flowering period, the potting soil must not be allowed to dry out completely. Kalanchoe is a succulent plant and is generally relatively drought-tolerant. The main reason it is killed is excessive watering. Too much watering easily damages the root system.

3. After kalanchoe blooms, the spent flowers need to be pruned in time to avoid consuming too much nutrients and causing other flowers to wither. Generally, the spent flowers and flower stems are cut off together. After the flowering period, kalanchoe needs to be fertilized in time. Generally, a compound fertilizer is enough. Before the flowering period, it is best to supplement with phosphorus and potassium fertilizer.

Usual care tips:

1. Kalanchoe does not have very high light requirements. Kalanchoe is a short-day flower. After receiving light before the flowering period, it needs to be ensured a completely dark environment at night. If this cannot be ensured, we can add a cardboard box to avoid letting it see light.

2. During the growth period, kalanchoe must not be watered too much. Generally, watering once or twice a week is enough. When watering, it must be watered thoroughly. In general, kalanchoe needs to keep the potting soil on the dry side. If the potting soil is too wet, it easily causes root rot in kalanchoe.

3. Pruning: in order for kalanchoe to bloom more and grow more vigorously, we need to prune it appropriately. Generally, pinching is needed once or twice. Pinching can promote more branching in kalanchoe, thereby producing more flowers and making it easier to grow into an old stump.