Kalanchoe Care Guide
Kalanchoe
Also known as: Flaming Katy, Widow's Thrill
Watering
Summer
Every 17 days
Winter
Every 21 days
Let the top 2-3cm of soil dry out before watering. Stick your finger in - if it feels dry, water.
Light
Bright indirect
Near a window but no direct rays hitting the leaves
Humidity
20-40%
Thrives in dry air. No misting needed.
Pet & Child Safety
Very toxic - dangerous if ingested
Harmful to: cats, dogs
Pot & Soil
Prefers a snug pot. Use cactus/succulent mix with excellent drainage.
Pot-size watering
The 17-21 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot dries quickly, but the soil should still reach its proper dry-down before watering. A 22cm pot can hold moisture deep inside even when the top looks dry.
Prefers snug roots
This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled.
Soil refresh
Refresh gritty mix when drainage slows, salts crust on the surface, or the potting mix collapses - usually every 18-24 months for stable plants.
Good to Know
Flowers in many colors. Can rebloom with effort.
Frequently asked
How often should I water Kalanchoe?▾
Every 17 days in summer and every 21 days in winter is the reference range. The 17-21 day range is a starting point. A 5cm pot dries quickly, but the soil should still reach its proper dry-down before watering. A 22cm pot can hold moisture deep inside even when the top looks dry. Let the top 2-3cm of soil dry out before watering. Stick your finger in - if it feels dry, water.
What light does Kalanchoe need?▾
Bright indirect. Near a window but no direct rays hitting the leaves.
Is Kalanchoe safe for pets and children?▾
Very toxic and dangerous if ingested. Keep well out of reach of cats, dogs.
What humidity does Kalanchoe prefer?▾
20-40%. Thrives in dry air - no misting needed.
What soil and pot does Kalanchoe need?▾
Prefers a snug pot. Use cactus/succulent mix with excellent drainage. This plant usually prefers a snug root zone. Size up only when roots are circling, the plant dries out much faster than usual, or growth has clearly stalled. Refresh gritty mix when drainage slows, salts crust on the surface, or the potting mix collapses - usually every 18-24 months for stable plants.
Is Kalanchoe beginner-friendly?▾
Yes - Kalanchoe is a succulent well-suited to beginners.
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