How much sunlight does my Kalanchoe 'Behartii' need?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

How much humidity does Kalanchoe 'Behartii' like?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' prefers dry environments . Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

What type of soil should I use for my Kalanchoe 'Behartii'?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Should I fertilize my Kalanchoe 'Behartii'?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year , whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Does Kalanchoe 'Behartii' go dormant?

It’s common for Kalanchoe 'Behartii' to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Which region is Kalanchoe 'Behartii' native to?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' is native to Madagascar and Tropical Africa .

Does Kalanchoe 'Behartii' produce flowers?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

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Q: How often should I water my Kalanchoe 'Behartii'?

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About Kalanchoe 'Behartii'

Plants in the Kalanchoe genus are native to Madagascar and tropical Africa. They range from rubbery green leaves, to leopard print, and some are even fuzzy! The word Kalanchoe comes from the Cantonese name for these plants, pronounced Ka-lun-koh-ee in English. Their succulent leaves help store water during droughts, so they'll be just fine if you skip a watering or two (it happens!).

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Kalanchoe 'Behartii'

Genus

Kalanchoe

Family

Crassulaceae

Order

Saxifragales

How to care for Kalanchoe 'Behartii'

Water

How often to water your Kalanchoe 'Behartii'

Kalanchoe 'Behartii' needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.