This very beautiful Kalanchoe impresses with its patterned, fleshy leaves. A long stalk of small but extremely attractive flowers grows from the rosette of leaves. The Kalanchoe Humilis is quite robust if you keep a few basic things in mind when caring for it.

The Kalanchoe humilis inspires with its reddish leaves

How is it poured?

Like all succulents, the Kalanchoe Humilis is very frugal when it comes to water requirements. It is usually sufficient to water the plant once a week. In any case, the top centimeters of the substrate should feel dry (thumb test). After a few minutes, pour away any excess irrigation water that collects in the saucer, as this Kalanchoe is also susceptible to root rot.

How is fertilized?

The succulent is very undemanding. It is sufficient to provide a commercial liquid fertilizer on a monthly basis during the growth period.

When will it be repotted?

It must be repotted at the latest when fine roots grow out of the water drainage holes. The ideal time for this measure is in early spring, at the beginning of the growing season. The pot should be one or at most two sizes larger than the previous planter. Cactus substrate meets all the requirements of the undemanding Kalanchoe.

How is the plant cut?

The succulent does not need pruning. Proceed as follows with the umbels of flowers:

  • To prolong the flowering period, carefully pinch out the faded individual flowers.
  • The entire umbel is only cut off when there are no more fresh buds.

care during the winter months

This pretty succulent can be overwintered at room temperature. The plant likes to be a little cooler during this time, but the room temperature should not drop below 15 degrees.

What pests and diseases are there?

Vermin or plant diseases are very rare in these robust plants.

  • Root rot is usually due to substrate that is too moist. The roots die off and the plant dries up despite plenty of watering. Place the Kalanchoe in fresh cactus soil and water more sparingly in the future.
  • Powdery mildew, a fungal disease, appears as a white, mealy coating on the leaves. Remove infested leaves and apply a suitable fungicide if infestation is severe.
  • Aphids and mealybugs are usually transferred to the Kalanchoe Humilis from other plants. The specialist trade has various, compatible organic preparations available with which the harmful insects can be treated well.

tips

After repotting, the frugal Kalanchoe Humilis does not need any additional fertilizer during the first year. Only in the second year is fertilized in the summer months.

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