Flaming Katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)
Care, watering, light and tips for Flaming Katy on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Crassulaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Flaming Katy
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, or Florist Kalanchoe, is a popular succulent cherished for its showy and long-lasting flowers in a wide range of colors, including red, orange, pink, yellow, and white. Its leaves are fleshy, dark green, and scalloped. It's ideal for adding a splash of color indoors, as a seasonal plant on balconies, or for floral arrangements.
Native range
Madagascar
Care tips
It prefers bright, indirect light, avoiding intense direct sun which can scorch its leaves and flowers. Water moderately, allowing the potting mix to dry out completely between waterings to prevent waterlogging and root rot. Use a well-draining substrate, specifically for succulents or cacti. A common mistake is overwatering, which is the main cause of problems for this plant.
How to save a dying Flaming Katy
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing, or drooping leaves; rotting stems at base.
- First aid
- Remove damaged leaves and stems. Repot in dry, well-draining soil.
- What kills it
- Overwatering, especially in winter. It's a succulent!
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted. Cut and root healthy cuttings.