Kalanchoe Kalandiva - one of the most common types of Kalanchoe. The plant has long been firmly established on the windowsills of modern apartments. Undemanding care, successful adaptation to home conditions and long flowering delight the hosts and ensure the emergence of new fans. Under favorable conditions, you can enjoy the view of the opening buds for more than six months.
Plant description
Kalanchoe Kalandiva (also known as Kalanchoe Kalandiva mini) is one of the Kalanchoe Blossfeld species bred by breeding. The hybrid differs from "parent" in compactness and plentiful flowering. Bush height of 25-30 cm is literally covered with bright terry buds.
The plant belongs to succulents (able to accumulate water and nutrients in fleshy stems and leaves). Multiple shoots erect, bare. The leaf plates are dark green, fleshy, glossy, ovoid. The average length is 4–6 cm, located opposite, the edges are slightly serrated.
Inflorescences in the form of flap. The flowers are small (1-1.5 cm in diameter), double, with petals of bright shades. Feature of the form - long flowering (up to 8 months).
Video: what Kalanchoe kalandiv looks like
Home grown species
Most often in the sale of Kalanchoe kalandiv found with the addition in the name "mini" or "mix." The first means the compactness of the plant (bush height not more than 15 cm). The second is not a variety or a separate species, it is a mixture of 3-5 plants with petals of different shades. The most common are white and pink, but scarlet, yellow, peach and purple look even more spectacular.
Kalanchoe Kalandiva - extremely unpretentious plant. But in order to bloom the next year, it needs a "rest." Therefore, optimal conditions for periods of active vegetation and rest significantly differ.
Table: optimal conditions in different seasons
| Season | Lighting | Temperature | Humidity |
| Spring Summer | Bright ambient light. East or western windows. Kalanchoe is enough for a day of 9 hours. In cloudy weather, light exposure with fluorescent or phytolamps is necessary. | 18–30 o C. The range is quite wide, which once again confirms the undemanding nature of the plant. | Irrelevant. Does not need additional spraying (the exception is heat above 35 o C). From time to time the plant is useful to arrange a warm shower. This sanitary procedure is also an effective preventive measure against diseases and pests. |
| Autumn winter | Light partial shade. Total darkness is undesirable. | The temperature at which flower buds are formed for the next season is 14–16 o C. | The usual air humidity typical for modern apartments is suitable. It is advisable to remove the pot away from working radiators. |
Planting and transplant procedure
Transplantation Kalanchoe Kalandiva (young plants up to 3 years) is carried out annually, in early spring. Adults need only one procedure every 3-4 years. During flowering and "rest" he is not disturbed.
For each subsequent transplant, you need to take a pot 1–2 cm wider than the previous one. The optimal size for an adult plant is a container with a diameter of 12 to 18 cm.
Suitable soil
A substrate for cacti and succulents that is sold in stores is quite suitable. But experienced growers prefer to prepare the soil on their own. Kalanchoe Kalandiva does not impose special requirements on it. What matters is neutral acidity and good aeration.
- universal soil and large river sand (4: 1);
- leaf humus, sand, peat, turf and leaf earth (equally).
At the bottom of the pot a drainage layer is required at least 1-2 cm thick.
Step-by-step transplanting instructions
- Liberally pour Kalanchoe, wait 10–15 minutes and remove the plant from the pot with a clod of earth on its roots.
- Place it in a new pot on the drainage, sprinkled with fresh soil (layer 3-5 cm thick). Add land around the edges, slightly compacting it.
- Moderately water the plant and clean in partial shade for 3-4 days. Then return to its original place, take care, as usual.
- Topsoil can be mulched with pebbles or small chips. This will retain moisture and also protects the ground from mold.
After buying a Kalanchoe kalandiv, an immediate transplant is needed, unless the plant blooms. Universal shop soil is not very suitable for succulents. Remove the flower from the pot and wash the roots to completely get rid of the "wrong" soil. And only then place it in a new substrate.
Important nuances of plant care
How to care for Kalanchoe kalandiv? Unpretentiousness does not mean that you can completely forget about the flower. This can not stand even the most undemanding plants. Most unintended mistakes of the grower Kalanchoe Kalandiva can survive. The exception is frequent and / or too abundant watering, provoking the development of rot. It is this aspect that should be given special attention when caring for Kalanchoe kalandiv.
Watering
Kalanchoe is watered with separated water at room temperature about once a week. If the street is very hot - every 3-4 days. The next watering is needed when the topsoil dries to a depth of 2 cm.
Over-wetting of the soil can lead to rapid decay. In fact, this is the only way to surely ruin a plant.
In winter, watering is reduced to once every 12–15 days. Pay attention to the condition of the leaves. If they are sluggish to the touch, lose their tone, are covered with wrinkles, the plant should be watered immediately.
Fertilization
For feeding Kalanchoe you need to use ready-made fertilizer for cacti and succulents. Natural organic is not suitable categorically. Nitrogen, which is contained in it, will induce the plant to intensively increase its green mass, but not to bloom (there is no longer enough power for this).
Fertilizer is prepared according to the instructions. The solution is watered the soil 1-2 times per month during the period of active vegetation. During the "rest" feeding is not needed.
Video: how to care for Kalanchoe kalandiv at home
Flowering time: how to make the plant bloom?
With proper care, Kalanchoe Kalandiva pleases the owners with lush flowering that lasts from the end of winter at least until July. Sometimes it stretches until autumn.
To do this, it is necessary to provide a Kalanchoe kalandiv rest period with a low temperature, moderate watering and lighting. It is in such conditions that the plant lays color buds. In November, the bush is pinched, after which the buds should appear. If you didn’t wait for flowering in winter, you need to repeat the procedure in March.
Some gardeners consider Kalanchoe kalandiv a “disposable” plant that can only be thrown away after flowering. Indeed, it gradually dries out. However, in this case, stalks should be rooted (tops of the shoots), from which new plants will be obtained. With proper care, they bloom next winter.
Rest period
When flowering ends, at Kalanchoe kalandiva begins a period of rest. It lasts about 1.5–2 months. At this time, it is necessary to limit watering and ensure a low temperature (14–16 ° C) by placing the pot in partial shade. You can, for example, remove it under the table or on a shelf in the back of the room.
At the end of the dormant period, the plant is returned to its usual place, renewing feeding and increasing watering.
Pruning
Kalanchoe kalandiva grows very quickly and is capable of forming a bush with a height of 30 cm in diameter over a year. Therefore, the plant needs pruning. Young specimens should be pinched (remove 1–2 upper leaves from each branch) as soon as they grow. As needed during the period of active vegetation, the tops of some shoots are cut again until a bush of the desired shape is formed.
During flowering, the bushes do not touch, and after it ends, all flower stalks are cut at the very base. This will lead to the growth of new shoots.
For cutting Kalanchoe, you need to use sharp disinfected tools - a knife or a stationery blade. Break off the leaves and stems can not. Also, do not get involved - at one time you can remove a maximum of a quarter of the volume of green mass.
You can form a Kalanchoe on a shtambe (one trunk). Then it will resemble a miniature tree. To do this, choose the strongest stem, remove all lateral shoots extending from it, without touching the apical. When the stem reaches the height necessary for the owner’s idea, it is necessary to pinch the top and allow the lateral shoots to develop. The lower 5–15 cm remain bare, all shoots are cut off.
What problems may face florist?
On errors in the care of Kalanchoe kalandiva, like any other plant, reacts negatively. The external decorative effect suffers first. More clearly that something does not suit him, indicates the absence of flowering. In addition to the florist, the plant can harm the fungi, bacteria and insects.
Table: problems in growing Kalanchoe kalandiv and methods for solving them (leaves are covered with brown spots, turn yellow, dry, etc.)
Photo gallery: typical plant diseases and pests
Aphid - one of the most "universal" pests of indoor plants; she is not disdained and KalanchoeVideo: possible problems in growing Kalanchoe
How does a plant reproduce at home?
Reproduction of Kalanchoe kalandiv is carried out by stem or leaf cuttings. Since it is intensively branching, there will be no shortage of planting material. The main thing is to choose an absolutely healthy plant.
The same pattern is used for the reproduction of Kalanchoe leaves. They are cut off, the petiole is removed, the “wound” is allowed to dry for 2-3 hours. Then they are placed vertically into the soil, deepening by 2 cm. However, the cuttings release the roots quickly, and the leaves more slowly (the process can take 3–4 weeks).
Kalanchoe can also be propagated by seed, but at home this method is not very common. Due to the fact that the plant belongs to the hybrid, it is difficult to maintain varietal characteristics, especially the terry and shade of the petals.
Video: Kalanchoe reproduction at home
Any gardener, even a beginner, can grow on the window sill of Kalanchoe kalandiv. This plant is reasonably considered very unpretentious in the care. Having received quite a bit of attention from the host, it will be half a year or even more to please him with bright and abundant flowering, always raising his spirits.
Kalanchoe Mix combines compact size and luxurious flowering. His homeland is hot tropics, hence bright exotic colors: pink, red, yellow, orange.
To grow a lush, as in the photo, Kalanchoe Mix, you need to create optimal conditions for it.
Blooming Kalanchoe Mix
- The plant is very fond of the sun, so it is recommended to keep it on the windowsill. In those hours when the rays become especially hot, the Kalanchoe is best covered with a light cloth or shielded with a sheet of plain white paper. A bad idea is to rearrange the pot for a while, it should be in the same place.
- The room temperature should be around 20 degrees. A slight decrease for Kalanchoe is not terrible, but excessive heat has a bad effect on it.
- With sufficient watering, the level of humidity does not matter.
If done correctly, the plant will bloom in early February and will delight with its appearance until the end of March.
Care Kalanchoe Mix
In order for the flower to feel comfortable, it is enough to remember and observe the following important points:
- Watering Kalanchoe is a crucial task. The plant loves wet soil, but does not tolerate excess water. Therefore, it is necessary to make it in small portions every three days. If the room is hot, then more often. It is best to focus on the state of the top layer of soil - if it is dry, it's time to water.
- Kalanchoe can not be sprayed. Moreover, it does not tolerate the ingress of water on the leaves and stems, so when watering you need to be careful so that the liquid falls strictly under the roots.
- Once a year the plant must be transplanted. This can be done at any time, except during the flowering period. Kalanchoe suitable standard soil for indoor plants. When transplanting it is important to make sure that the new soil is identical to the old one.
- Due to frequent Kalanchoe transplants, additional fertilizers are rarely required. If the plant looks weak, the leaves begin to fade, you need to make a mineral fertilizer. Ideal option - means for cacti. Feed the plants as needed, but only in the absence of flower stalks.
- To form a beautiful plant, it is necessary to periodically remove excess leaves and flower stalks. This can also be done during the flowering period. Since the Kalanchoe leaves are not very many, it is usually sufficient to periodically remove old and drying ones.
Kalanchoe Kalandiva mix is \u200b\u200ba compact and unpretentious houseplant, which during the flowering period reveals bright buds of a wide variety of colors. For home cultivation of this succulent does not require much knowledge, so the flower can be called an ideal option for beginners.
The Crass family is known for its exotic representatives, which include the Kalandiva mix (mini), obtained by crossing several varieties. His ancestor, the Kalanchoe from Africa and Madagascar, is not so decorative and is significantly inferior in beauty to the cultivated hybrids.
In favorable conditions, the Kalanchoe mix reaches a height of about 40 cm, however, most gardeners prefer to grow it in a more compact form, constantly cutting and pinching the tops. As a result, the succulent bush is actively growing, growing deciduous mass and very rich blooms.
The leaves and shoots of Kalandiva mix are fleshy and able to accumulate moisture, so the lack of moisture for the plant is not critical. Often the leaf blades grow on the tips of the shoots, reaching 5 cm in length and 3 cm in width. Their standard shape is rounded or ovoid, and the edges - with rounded teeth, located opposite each other. The color of the leaves is saturated dark green, with sufficient nutrition and content in a suitable microclimate, a glossy shine appears.
Buds Kalanchoe mix formed in racemes that are located on the top of the bush. Flowers are always double, of small diameter (about 1 cm), bright and expressive shades of white, pink, red, purple or orange.
How to care at home
Although the care of the Kalanchoe mini mix is \u200b\u200bsimple, some rules are still necessary to follow. Having picked up the correct lighting, temperature, watering, humidity and periodically feeding the bush, you can achieve high-quality flowering. Also do not forget about pruning - it helps to form a beautiful and compact crown.
Temperature and lighting
Since Kalandiva is a plant of short daylight, it is simply necessary to arrange suitable lighting. In order for a plant to plant flower buds, light must come on it within just 8-10 hours. It is easy to achieve this - it is enough to simply cover the succulent with a paper cap, take it to a darkened room, or put it in a closet.
Put a pot of mini Kalanchoe on the windowsill with intense lighting. Southern and eastern windows will do, and at the peak of the heat do not forget to shade the bush from direct sunlight. Otherwise, the leaves will burn in the form of brown and yellow spots, which significantly spoil the decorative appearance of the flower.
In winter, when the daylight is too short, with proper care, additional artificial lighting is organized. You can use as phytolamps, and LED or fluorescent lamps (luminescence temperature - 6500 K).
Insufficient illumination manifests itself in the form of elongated shoots of Kalanchoe, shallow leaves, as well as deterioration or cessation of flowering. In this case, move the pot closer to the light source.
In the summer season, the maximum allowable temperature for the content of the Kalanchoe mix is \u200b\u200b+ 27-28 degrees, while in winter the mark drops to + 10-15. If you want to stimulate flowering, leave the shrub in a cool room, where the temperature range varies between + 14-16 degrees - in such conditions flower buds will be laid as intensively as possible.
The neighborhood with heating appliances, a fireplace and other sources of heat adversely affects the health of Kalandyva. The same can be said about drafts, the prolonged exposure of which can provoke the death of a succulent.
Kalanchoe mini does not tolerate waterlogging and flooding the soil, so watering the plant is carried out only as needed. To avoid major mistakes, consider a few tips:
- In the summer, the soil should be moistened 1 time in 5-6 days, in winter - less often, 1 time in 10-14 days;
- Focus on the state of the substrate and water after drying the topsoil;
- Excess fluid should not stand in the pan, so always drain half an hour after watering;
- Water should be used at room temperature, separated to a precipitate;
- Water on the edge of the pot so that the moisture does not fall on the parts of the plant.
Since the succulent feels comfortable with the usual humidity of city apartments, it is not necessary to additionally spray it. If dust or other contaminants accumulate on the leaves, wipe them with important cotton wool.
Fertilization
To fertilize the Kalanchoe mix is \u200b\u200bneeded not just “for a tick” - nutrients, minerals, micro and macro elements play an important role in the development of a succulent and affect the quality of its flowering. You can use special formulations for succulents and cacti, or purchase universal dressings for indoor flowering plants. In the latter case, it is important to reduce the dosage of fertilizer by 2-3 times recommended on the package in order to eliminate the possibility of overfeeding.
When applying fertilizer be sure to consider the season:
- In the summer, feed 1 time in 14 days;
- In winter - 1 time per month.
The soil must be wet - only in this case there are no burns on the roots. To do this, use the fertilizer immediately after watering or dissolve in water.
Crown trimming
Cut the Kalanchoe mix is \u200b\u200bnecessary to preserve its decorative effect, since the shoots of this variety grow quite quickly. As a result, a situation often arises when only the tops of branches remain leafy, which does not look very aesthetic. Simple manipulations help to keep the succulent in a compact size:
- Stretched shoots are shortened by half their length;
- Branches that grow intensively are cut by 1/3;
- Young plant tops pinch to stimulate branching;
- All excess and growing inside the bush shoots are completely removed.
Do not forget to cut the flower stalks when the budding period is over - this is an effective prevention of fungal diseases and pests. It is necessary to use only the sharp disinfected tool.
Transplant: the main nuances
Kalandiva needs to be transplanted not only immediately after purchase - once every 2-3 years it is recommended to “relocate” it to a new pot, replacing the substrate. Suitable soil for succulents or cacti, as well as a mixture of leaf earth, sand, sod and humus, mixed in equal proportions.
When transplanting it is important to follow a few basic rules:
- The pot should be 2-3 cm larger than the previous capacity;
- If there are no drainage holes at the bottom of the pot, do them yourself;
- The thickness of the drainage (expanded clay) must be at least 2 cm;
- The transplanted plant should be applied for 3 days and only after that return to a permanent place.
Feedings are not carried out for several months after transplantation - there is enough nutrients in fresh soil for the full development of the Kalanchoe mix.
Kalanchoe Rosalina is the closest relative of Kalanchoe Blossfeld and Kalandyva. The flower is suitable for growing at home, where, when creating an optimal microclimate, it will feel comfortable and enjoy long flowering. Since the plant belongs to succulents, it does not require special conditions, but requires minimal care and attention.
Rosalina is a descendant of Kalanchoe Blossfeld (as well as Kalandiva), imported from the island of Madagascar. Differs in the compact sizes and the long blossoming exceeding 10 weeks. The color range of terry flower buds is varied and varies from pink and light orange to purple and crimson shades.
The fleshy leaves of the Rosalins mix are characterized by their ability to accumulate moisture, their shape is round or oval, and the wavy edge itself. Characterized by a glossy shine, which is especially evident with proper content. The color of the leaves is light green and on the reverse side it becomes even lighter.
The miniature bush takes up little space on the windowsill, it reproduces well by cuttings, so young saplings can be easily obtained from one mother plant.
Peculiarities of home care
The main element in the care of the Kalanchoe Rozalin mix is \u200b\u200bthe creation of suitable temperature conditions, especially during the period of intensive vegetation. Also, the plant needs proper lighting and watering, and periodic feeding and transplants will not interfere either, which will help the bush to develop properly.
What should be the temperature
The optimum temperature during the period of active growth should be within + 15- + 25 degrees Celsius. In winter, during dormancy, the mark should fall to + 14- + 15 degrees.
There are also other temperature requirements:
- To extend the budding period, day and night temperatures should be at + 18- + 20 and + 15- + 17 degrees, respectively;
- Being positive on the growth and condition of the bush will be affected by being on the veranda or balcony in the warm season;
- In winter, the pot is not recommended to be placed near the heating devices, as well as opening the vents.
Kalanchoe Rosalina can tolerate heat (above +30), but it often causes a weakening of the plant's immunity. The minimum critical mark is considered to be + 4- + 6 degrees Celsius, in cooler conditions, even a bush with healthy health dies.
Proper lighting
Care Kalanchoe Rosalina mix includes the organization of daylight hours, the duration of which should be about 8-10 hours. With longer lighting, the bush ceases to bloom, which becomes a real dilemma for the florist. In order to “deceive” a succulent, in summertime cover it with a paper cap or take it out to a darkened room.
Since Kalanchoe Rosalina is sensitive to light, a window sill, where direct sunlight does not fall, will be an ideal option for him. If the pot is standing on the south window, shade it, gluing glass with reflective film or paper to prevent ugly burns on the leaves.
The dark corner of the room is not suitable for Rosalina, because after a long stay in such conditions the bush loses its aesthetic appeal:
- Leaves become faded and small;
- Shoots stretch and weaken;
- The number of buds is significantly reduced, and the flowering may stop altogether.
When the duration of the day is insufficient (in winter, in cloudy, rainy weather, fog, etc.), Rosalina mix is \u200b\u200bdesirable to finish up using LED or fitolamp. When choosing a source of artificial lighting you need to monitor the temperature of the glow (ideally - 6500 K).
How to water
Like other Kalanchoe varieties, Rosaline reacts negatively to the gulf of soil. That is why it is necessary to water the bush moderately and only after the topsoil dries out. It is important to remember here - it is better not to add than to overdo it. The approximate frequency of soil moistening depends on the specific conditions of detention, however, on average, it is 1 time in 7-10 days in summer and 1 time in 14 days - in winter.
- Water - room temperature, separated or filtered;
- Surplus from the pallet should always merge, so that the roots do not lock;
- When watering it is important to ensure that moisture does not fall on the leaves, shoots and trunk, and also does not accumulate in the internodes;
- Watering can be top and bottom, directly into the pan.
A little bit about humidity
Rosalina mix - a plant that is not demanding to air humidity. If desired, the bush can be sprayed from a small sprayer at a distance of 25-30 cm during the absence of budding. This will help create a cloud of damp mist around the flower, which will be quite enough.
“Water” procedures are especially relevant in the summer, when the pot stands next to the open window and dust falls on the leaves, contaminating them. In this case, the bush can be washed under the shower, closing the earthen room with a plastic bag. It is also allowed to wipe the deciduous mass with a damp cloth or cotton pad.
Water for spraying should be separated at room temperature, you can use the same as for irrigation.
Feeding and pruning at home
Proper care of Kalanchoe Rosaline includes fertilization and to maintain the health of the bush. It is necessary to feed only in the warm season 1 time in 2-3 weeks, in winter the flower does not need additional nutrition.
As feedings, special mixtures for cacti and succulents are most often used, but universal fertilizers for indoor flowering plants are also suitable. Formulations should only be applied in moist soil, as otherwise the root system will suffer from burns.
When buying fertilizers, pay attention to the composition - it must contain potassium, phosphorus and nitrogen.
Pruning helps to maintain the compactness and aesthetic appeal of the bush, the shoots of which can eventually stretch. Often florists practiced nipping the tops, as well as shortening branches at the level of 3 pairs of leaves. It is necessary to carry out manipulations from the very early age of the bush, so that it acquires a beautiful shape.
The main nuances of transplantation
Signal to transplant will be the state of the root system Rosalina mix, which braids the whole earthen room. In this case, it is necessary to transplant the plant into a new, more spacious pot and a fresh substrate. Usually, the need for "relocation" occurs once every 2-3 years for adult bushes, while young saplings need annual transshipment.
A vase with a diameter 2-3 cm larger than the previous one, with drainage holes at the bottom, is suitable as a container. It is necessary to place a layer of expanded clay and pebbles on the bottom, which will not allow the roots to rot.
The substrate should not be overly nutritious, so the ready-made mixture for succulents is ideal, in which you need to add a small amount of coarse sand. You can also prepare the substrate yourself by mixing the following ingredients:
- On 1 part of the turf and sheet land;
- On 1 part of peat and coarse sand;
- A small amount of perlite.
It does not interfere with the introduction of crushed charcoal into the ready earthen mixture, which prevents the development of rot.
Kalandiva - very tenacious and undemanding plant, like other species.
His main dignity — lush bloom for a long time.
If there are favorable conditions, it can last for six months.
Another feature - blooms in winter, often opening up to the New Year's Eve.
how succulent has thick rounded stems, densely covered with fleshy leaves. The shoots are numerous, branch well and produce aerial roots.
Leafy plates are painted in a deep dark green color, their surface is leathery and glossy. Form - rounded or ovoid, the edges are cut into small frequent teeth.
Terry inflorescencesThey are located on a short peduncle, fold into lush umbrellas.
The color is quite diverse, includes pink, orange, purple, red, yellow and beige shades.
Mix — descendant of Kalandives miniits hybrid. Main difference from parent - flowering can continuewithout interrupting whole year. Features in the care there.
A photo
Care
Temperature
A normal room temperature in the range of 22-27 ° is quite suitable Kalandiv.
It tolerates a short-term decrease in temperature to 6-9 ° and any heat, up to 40 °.
Light mode
If you want to achieve long flowering - place an African guest on the south window.
Kalandiva loves light very much, not afraid of the direct rays of the sun.
Being on the east and west side of the house does not form inflorescences.
In addition, the shoots will begin to stretch and thin, the leaves will be located far from each other, greatly exposing the stem. Kalandyva completely lose its attractive appearance.
Watering
Like succulent she is does not tolerate frequent irrigation and water abundance.
Constant ground moisture will trigger fungal diseases.causing rotting of the roots and stem. Drought hurts a plant much less, so don’t flood it.
Quite enough moisten the soil every 6-8 days, even in summer. In any case, you need to wait for the soil to dry from above.
Immediately after watering, water that has leaked into the pan needs to be poured. Experienced growers recommend even wiping dry and the bottom of the pot and pan.
For watering use only softened water. with a minimal amount of lime.
To do this, tap water must be defended or boiled, or apply thawed and rain. Otherwise, a raid forms on the surface of the earth, which will prevent the passage of air to the roots.
If in winter to keep in a cool room, watering is reduced, increasing the interval between procedures for 5-7 days.
Do not worry - it does not hurt him. But the excess moisture will almost certainly cause rotting of the roots and the base of the stems.
Humidity
Kalandyva does not need strong humidity.
Do not spray it or put next to a container with water. It is quite enough to wipe leaves from dust occasionally or to arrange a cool shower for the same purpose.
Dust clogs the stomata through which the plant collects moisture and interferes with its normal development.
Top dressing
The most necessary fertilizers, especially during flowering, are potassium and phosphorus. They should be made regularly - individually or in combination.
The interval between standard dressings is from 10 to 15 days.
This substance causes fattening of the flower, it begins to intensively grow green leaves and shoots, and forgets about blooming.
At best, you can get a few stunted inflorescences, which will soon fall off.
The soil
Main condition - good permeability of water and air; therefore, it is desirable to use loose soil with drainage additives.
Perfect mixture of peat, sand, humus, garden soil and perlite. You can also buy ready-made soil - universal or special for succulents and cacti.
Bloom
Kalandiva begins to bloom during the period of short daylight - in winter.
With the right content, it can last 6-7 months.
Then the plant should rest about a month in a dark room.
Kalandyva can be removed under the table or in the closet and left alone, occasionally watering so that it does not dry out.
Pruning
This procedure is very important for Kalandives!
Pruning rejuvenates the plant, gives it an elegant decorative form, helps to get planting material.
In addition, the operation provides lush bloom in the future, because the inflorescences are formed only on young apical stems. Pruning is carried out immediately after flowering, using a well-sharpened tool.
Shoots can be cut off almost entirely, then the new ones will form a cute little bush.
Transfer
Immediately after purchase, it must be transplanted into the real soil - in the store the plants are kept in temporary soil that does not have nutritional properties.
After being removed from the pot, the root system is rinsed under running water in order to completely wash off the remains of the store substrate.
Subsequent transplants are not necessarily carried out every year, as it does not grow large.
It is enough to transplant the plant in 2-3 years, completely replacing the soil with a new one.
Since the mix view is hybrid kalandivythen the care at home is no different.
Breeding
Reproduction in general does not cause any difficulties and worries, since Kalandiva breeds very willingly. The most dubious and time-consuming method - seed, but they practically do not use.
After all, Kalandiva is a hybrid plant and does not transmit varietal quality when propagated by seeds.
Much more often use stem cuttingsremaining after trimming the plant. Often they already have roots, so do not require rooting.
Cuttings simply placed in loose peat substrate, sand, vermiculite and humus and watered as usual. Root-free cuttings are covered with half a plastic bottle to create a greenhouse effect for quick rooting.
The greenhouse is removed when the active growth of the seedling begins, indicating the success of the procedure. The grown up sapling is moved to full-fledged soil.
Breeding leaves takes more long period, and is no more different from grafting.
Medicinal properties
It can be used for the treatment of rhinitis and skin diseases.
Bactericidal ability Fresh juice helps to get rid of fungi, many bacteria and viruses.
This property is used in the treatment of ulcers, corns and weeping ulcers. Ointments from juice and fatty bases are used for burns, wounds, frostbite.
Juice cures erysipelas, varicose veins and psoriasis. Taking it inside will relieve avitaminosis and lower cholesterol.
Diseases and pests
Mealy dew
Provokers her appearance are drafts against excessive moisture. To heal the plant, use fungicides containing copper.
This - Oksihom, Abiga-Peak, Bordeaux mixture, copper sulfate. Kalandyvu removed from drafts, reduce watering.
Different rot
Kalandiva exposed to their attacks no less than other succulents.
All affected parts must be cut to healthy cells.
Sections are treated with crushed wood or activated carbon, fungicides are used - Fundazol, Acrobat MC, Profit Gold, Ordan, Scor, Previkur.
Harmful insects almost never attack, preferring more “tasty” plants.
Kalandiva - beautiful kalanchoe varietysuitable for any interior.
It can be grown even for beginner flower growers and very busy people who forget to water their plants on time.
