Kalanchoe Taranta Red

Taranta Red Kalanchoe, Gardenia-flowered Kalanchoe

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Compact succulent hybrid with tubular clusters of vibrant red flowers and thick glossy green leaves; popular indoor winter/spring bloomer.
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Plant Details

Common Name Taranta Red Kalanchoe, Gardenia-flowered Kalanchoe
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Kalanchoe
Species Hybrid
Variety Taranta Red
Origin Madagascar / Cultivated Hybrid
Blooming Winter to Spring, occasionally year-round indoors under optimal light
Leaf Color Deep green with reddish margins in high light
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus/succulent mix with perlite or pumice for aeration

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce significantly after flowering and in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Bright light essential for blooming; protect from scorching midday sun in summer

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Fertilization

Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer), stop during dormancy

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers and trim leggy stems to encourage bushiness and prevent legginess

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Mealybug Scale

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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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
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
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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