my first plant! just bought her from walmart and shes not...
4β pot with drainage
Last watered 16 hours ago
11
Give it some time she'll be thrivingπ
Info. I found via google:
Light and Temperature Bright light: Place near a south- or west-facing window for strong light and vibrant blooms.
Avoid harsh sun: Shield from intense, direct afternoon sun rays which can scorch leaves.
Comfortable warmth: Maintain indoor temperatures between 60Β°F and 75Β°F, keeping the plant away from drafty doors or AC vents.
Info. I found via google:
Light and Temperature Bright light: Place near a south- or west-facing window for strong light and vibrant blooms.
Avoid harsh sun: Shield from intense, direct afternoon sun rays which can scorch leaves.
Comfortable warmth: Maintain indoor temperatures between 60Β°F and 75Β°F, keeping the plant away from drafty doors or AC vents.
@WiseUmojaKaramu the whole afternoon Sun depending on your area or maybe even altitude between 11 AM and 3 PM is the highest UV this is what hurts plants not to mention here, for example at sea level. Current temp is 83Β° currently leaf temperature is 103. Itβs 10 AM οΏΌοΏΌ yesterday it was 86 and then direct sunlight. It was 144 on the front porch. This is with a laser thermometer οΏΌοΏΌ
Hi Jay, congratulations on your first plant. First, I would prune off the dead flowers they will not come back. Secondly I would take it out of the pot. Look at the roots if they are wet, gently dry them off every pot with fresh oil. Third make sure you do not overwater it. If you have it near the window, place your arm next to the Plant facing the window. Wait a minute then if the sun is too hot on your arm and itβs too hot on the planet and you need to readjust its position so it wonβt be so hot. Closely check to make sure there are no insects on it. If there are insects, then spread it with Neem oil. When you spray your plants spray both sides of the leaves. Be careful not to overwater. Thatβs a very common mistake. In my opinion, the Greg app tells us to water our plants too often. Good luck. πΌπͺπͺ΄οΏΌ
@SuppleFord45 no offense, I have purchased several plants from Walmartt, every time I do, thereβs always something wrong. A pest, a problem, or short duration of life. Just an FYI to you. π
@MalagueΓ±a thank you so much! definitely was afraid to drown my girl even though she looks thirstπ
@SuppleFord45 , I use what gardeners call the chopstick test. That is take a chopstick, put in the soil down to the bottom of the pot. Be careful not to disturb the roots. If you pull the chopstick out and thereβs soil stuck to it the soil is too wet. οΏΌ
Kalanchoe are succulent like, so make sure theyβre getting bright light and are in a well draining pot and soil! I get plants from Walmart all the time- I have good luck, but they generally need repotted and treated for pests right away. Theyβre a good value if you donβt mind doing that! I only water when itβs completely dry and then I give it a thorough soaking. A lot of folks fear overwatering and give their plant little sips. Itβs better to water thoroughly, less frequently!
@SuppleFord45 To properly care for a Florist Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana), place it in bright, indirect light and water it thoroughly only when the top two inches of soil are completely dry. Remove decorative foil wrappers that trap water, protect the plant from frost, and feed it monthly during spring and summer. Light RequirementsBright, indirect light: Place near a south- or west-facing window, but shield from harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the fleshy leaves. Insufficient light: Stems will stretch and become leggy with fewer blooms. Watering and SoilDrying cycle: Allow the potting mix to dry out completely between waterings. As a succulent, it stores water in its leaves. Drainage: Always discard standing water in saucers and remove tight decorative foil or paper wraps that prevent proper drainage. Soil type: Use a fast-draining cactus, palm, and citrus or succulent potting mix. Temperature and Maintenance Ideal temperature: Keep at normal room temperatures between 60Β°F and 75Β°F (15Β°Cβ24Β°C). Protect from cold drafts and absolute frost.Pruning: Snip off spent flower stems and trim back leggy growth to encourage a compact, bushy shape. Feeding: Apply a balanced, water-soluble succulent fertilizer at half-strength once a month during spring and summer; do not feed in winter.
She might be stressed but she'll be thriving soon