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I was recently given four kalanchoe's in full bloom. Three are in 4 inch pots; the last one in a 2 inch pot.
These did not come with any instructions and I do not know the best way to care for them.
I have deadheaded all the blooms when they were finished.
Any suggestions?
Merme
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Merme, Let them dry between waterings like most succulents. Lot's of bright light and warmth. I have been told that they are hard to get repeat bloom from but I must live in a zone that they like because they do well by me. And deadheading is the proper thing to do with the spent blooms. Let us know how they do for you.
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when repotting, do a mix of regular soil and cactus soil. and, as jonni already said, let the soil dry out a bit before rewatering. they like good sunlight.
they also are very easy to root from a stem cutting! just put in water for a bit until the roots form and then plant in soil.
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I've been keeping them in a cooler area than what you have indicated; I will move them forthwith!
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