There is an opinion among flower growers that Kalanchoe Kalandiva is a flower for the lazy, since it is very easy to care for it. The plant may well endure too abundant watering, and their long absence, and other flaws in care.
Features of Kalanchoe Kalandiva care
To plant a flower, pick up a pot of a slightly larger diameter and volume, in the bottom of which there should be holes for water to drain. Pour a layer of drainage, although the Kalanchoe tolerates excess moisture rather tolerably, it is better if it does not stagnate in the pot.
Kalanchoe usually appears on sale in late winter - early spring is already blooming. It is not worth replanting it immediately, it is better to wait for the flower to fade, and then carry out this procedure.
Use succulent and cactus soil or mix 1 part turf and 1 part coarse sand. When transplanting Kalanchoe, shake off the soil and rinse the roots so that there is no peat substrate left on them, in which plants are planted in greenhouses.
Small stones can also be added to the soil.
Kalanchoe requires quite frequent, but not plentiful watering after the earthen coma has completely dried out. Since the plant belongs to succulents, its leaves are able to accumulate moisture, so the Kalanchoe is able to withstand drought, but try not to form a hard earthen lump around the roots. In winter, the plant begins a dormant period, at this time it is necessary to reduce watering to 1 time in 1-2 weeks.
The plant grows well at room temperature, it can develop at both lower and higher temperatures. In summer, it can be taken out onto the balcony, and in winter - to a cooler place with a temperature of 10-15 ° C.
How to form a Kalanchoe and make it bloom
Many complain that after flowering, Kalanchoe shoots stretch out and re-flowering does not occur. Indeed, during the period of active growth, lateral shoots appear in the plant. They can and should be cut, giving the plant the desired and compact shape. The resulting cuttings take root very easily, and new young plants can be presented to everyone who wants to know.
Remove any wilted flowers during flowering. And after its completion, completely cut out the peduncle. After the first flowering of Kalanchoe Kalandiva, a dormant period is required (usually in the autumn months).
In November, pinch all the shoots, flower buds will begin to form on them, while a short daylight hours are required for their appearance. This condition can be created artificially, but the plant also needs bright sunlight for 8 hours.
