Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

Flaming Katy

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Compact succulent with fleshy leaves and clusters of small, colorful flowers. Native to Madagascar, popular as a seasonal houseplant known for long bloom time.
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Plant Details

Common Name Flaming Katy
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Kalanchoe
Species Blossfeldiana
Origin Madagascar
Blooming Winter to Spring, often triggered by short days
Leaf Color Dark green with waxy texture
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix with perlite and pumice

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Water sparingly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright, indirect light to full sun. Avoid scorching midday heat indoors.

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during growing season (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers and trim leggy stems to encourage bushiness.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
250 – 1800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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