What are the light requirements for Kalanchoe?
They prefer full sun but will also do well in a situation with very high light. If grown for very long without enough light, they become leggy and weak. How much water do they need? They need to be watered thoroughly and then allowed partially to dry out before watering. If Kalanchoe are grown in a decorative container without a drainage hole, be very careful not to let water accumulate or the plants will rot. Do they have any special temperature requirements? They are perfectly happy in the same temperatures that we like indoors, but can tolerate temperatures down to around 50º. Do Kalanchoes need much humidity? Since they are succulents, they do not need as much humidity as most houseplants. They do well with average indoor humidity. How much fertilizer do they require? When Kalanchoe are purchased in bud or in flower, they won’t need any fertilizer. If kept to re-bloom later, fertilize after the rest period with a water-soluble fertilizer such as Bachman’s Excel Gro™. Non-blooming K
