Kalanchoe pumila

Pebble Plant

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Trailing succulent with small, rounded grey-green leaves speckled with white dots resembling pebbles. Compact growth habit ideal for hanging baskets.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pebble Plant
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Kalanchoe
Species Pumila
Origin Madagascar
Blooming Small tubular flowers in clusters, late winter to spring.
Leaf Color Grey-green with white spots
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with perlite and coarse sand; high drainage essential.

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Watering

Soak and dry method. Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light to full sun; prevents etiolation. Rotate regularly for even growth.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted succulent fertilizer every 4 weeks during active growing season (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Pinch back leggy stems to maintain bushiness; remove spent flower stalks.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

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 5 months
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Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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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
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 14000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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