Kalanchoe Kalandiva is a small, abundantly flowering bush that attracts the attention of its bright and at the same time gentle cap of flowers gathered in neat umbrellas. Despite the fact that the native land of this plant is the remote island of Madagascar, Kalanchoe Kalandiva grows well and at home with fairly easy maintenance.
How to care for Kalanchoe kalandiva?
Kalanchoe is a rather unpretentious plant, so it will not require a lot of attention from you. But there are some secrets of successful growing of this houseplant.
Thanks probably to its "African roots", Kalanchoe is a light-loving plant, so a well-lit window sill will be an excellent place for its maintenance. However, here are the southern windows, where direct sunlight is very aggressive, yet it is better to avoid. The optimal temperature for the Kalandiva is 20 ° C, but the flower also tolerates vibrations from 12 ° C to 30 ° C.
As for watering, it is better not to add water to a pot of Kalanchoe Kalandiva than pour it. This plant, like all succulents , should be moistened with small portions as the upper layer of the soil dries up. It is interesting that all the moisture in the flower is stored in its fleshy leaves, so to determine if it's time or not to water the plant, it is enough to touch them: when the Kalanchoe is not enough moisture, its leaves become soft. In addition, strangely enough, Kalanchoe Kalandiva does not need to be sprayed, but much better tolerates dry air. Also Kalanchoe quite indifferent to the composition of the soil, but usually for planting a mixture chosen for succulents and cacti .
Transplantation of Kalanchoe Kalandiva
Kalanchoe must be transplanted no more than once a year and exclusively in the spring. Plant a plant in a new pot can only be done when the flower has already blossomed, while washing its roots well from the old soil.
Also Kalanchoe Kalandiva requires a transplant immediately after purchase. The thing is that the shop primer, which mostly consists of peat, does not quite fit this plant. According to experienced florists, to transplant the Kalanchoe in a period of profuse flowering, you should use the transshipment method to less damage the flower.
Kalanchoe Kalandiva - reproduction
This indoor flower reproduces quite simply - cuttings or leaves. To do this, it is enough to cut a leaf or stalk into the water, and after the roots appear, drop it into a pot with a suitable soil. Already after about 6-12 months the young plant will be able to please abundant flowering.
How to cut Kalanchoe Kalandiva?
After the Kalanchoe completely fades, it is necessary to remove the completely yellowing flower stem up to the green leaves. During the period of active growth, the plant gives many lateral shoots, and also starts to stretch upwardly. To prevent this and to give the Kalanchoe a compact and beautiful shape, the flower must be cut and cut annually. Then, young shoots can be rooted and new healthy plants can be obtained.
What if Kalanchoe Kalandiva does not bloom?
After the first flowering, the Kalanchoe needs rest. In this case, the plant needs to provide relatively little watering, as well as a sufficient amount of sunlight. In addition, the Kalanchoe should not forget to pinch - this is an indispensable condition for its future flowering. You can do this in November and in the winter you will notice new buds.
Diseases of Kalanchoe calandiva
Most often, the plant can get sick as a result of improper care. Thus, in the case of waterlogging of the soil, the Kalanchoe may be affected by rot, but, on the contrary, a lack of moisture can lead to the appearance of brown spots on the leaves or to their complete shedding. In addition, brown spots on Kalanchoe Kalandiva leaves may appear due to bacterial or viral damage of the flower.