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What kind of growing environment does the Kalanchoe 'Flapjack' like?

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The Kalanchoe 'Flapjack' prefers to grow in this kind of environment. Kalanchoe 'Flapjack', a succulent plant also called a fleshy plant, belongs to the Crassulaceae family and the Kalanchoe genus, and is also known as the "foreign bell". This species likes a warm and cool climate and cannot tolerate high temperatures and strong sun. Its leaves are brightly colored, its form resembles a flower, its plant shape is attractive, and its roots are unusual, giving it extremely high ornamental value. It is native to the dry, sunny tropical regions of the island of Madagascar.

Growing habits

Native to Madagascar. Likes a warm, dry and sunny environment. Drought-tolerant, afraid of excessive moisture. In winter, not below 10°C.

Favorite temperature: 15-20°C

Watering: 1-2 times a week during the growing season

Light: full sun

Propagation: cuttings

Pests and diseases: brown spot disease, whitefly

Combination suggestions: Sedum 'Little Ball Rose', Sedum adolphi

Care tips for Kalanchoe 'Flapjack'

Repot every spring, and prune the plant when repotting. For the potting mix, use a mixture of leaf mold, nutrient soil and coarse sand. After potting, place it in the sun to grow. If kept in shade for a long time, the stems and leaves tend to become leggy, the internodes are not compact, and the leaves are dull and lusterless. During the growing season, the potting soil should not be too moist; water once a week. During the growing season, fertilize once a month or use a special fertilizer for potted flowers. If there is too much fertilizer and water, the plant's internodes will stretch, the leaves will become soft, and it will be prone to disease.

Propagation methods of Kalanchoe 'Flapjack'

Cuttings: can be done all year round, with spring and autumn being preferable. Cut mature top branches for cuttings, and they will take root in about 7-10 days after insertion.


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