Kalanchoe blossfeldiana Don Amador

Flaming Katy 'Don Amador'

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Compact succulent with fleshy dark green leaves and vibrant orange-red flower clusters. Popular indoor flowering plant known for long-lasting blooms during winter months.
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Plant Details

Common Name Flaming Katy 'Don Amador'
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Kalanchoe
Species Blossfeldiana
Variety Don Amador
Origin Madagascar
Blooming Winter to Spring, vibrant orange-red clusters
Leaf Color Dark green, fleshy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus soil mix with perlite

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Watering

Water when topsoil is dry, soak thoroughly. Reduce watering significantly after blooming and in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to direct morning sun; protect from harsh afternoon heat during summer

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growth (spring/summer), stop in fall/winter

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage new growth; trim leggy stems

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat 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 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 65%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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