Flaming Katy. A very pretty houseplant with dense heads of small tubular flowers. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers March to April. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
A very pretty houseplant with dense heads of small tubular flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Kalanchoe |
|---|---|
| Species | blossfeldiana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Flaming Katy |
| Flower Colour | scarlet |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Dead head after flowering |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Botrytis, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Seed, Stem cuttings |
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