Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Florist kalanchoe
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
A flowering succulent; reblooming needs long dark periods in autumn and winter. Toxic to pets.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | bright indirect light; 6–8 h of bright light a day for flowering | [1] |
| Watering | let dry between waterings, then water deeply | [1] |
| Temperature | 16 °C at night, 21 °C by day (60 / 70 °F); indoors before it drops to 7 °C (45 °F) | [1] |
| Plant size | 15–45 cm tall, 15–30 cm wide (6–18 / 6–12 in.) | [1] |
| Toxicity and pets | toxic; can be fatal to pets if eaten | [1] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.