Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata quick care tips
Watering
Watering
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata is a drought-tolerant succulent variety, so watering around once per week in the peak growing season is advised. Ensure the soil dries between waterings following the 3 Ds: drench, drain and dry. It is also advised to completely stop watering when conditions are frosty, keeping the plant dry for several months at a time over winter.
Feeding
Feeding
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata likes to be fed to bring out its best forms and colours. We recommend feeding with a liquid seaweed feed every 2 weeks in the main growing season from April to September. A feed we recommend is the one from our friends at LittleGreenSeaweed.
Ideal soil
Ideal soil
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata needs free draining soil to thrive. We recommend a mixture of 1/3 John Innes no.2, 1/3 perlite and 1/3 coconut coir. The soil mix we offer here is similar in composition to this.
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Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata
Native to Mexico.
Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata is a great addition to your collection. It features sculptural scallop-like leaves and will fit into any assortment. This variegated species features a brilliant green, pink, white and yellow colouring and really stands out under strong light levels. Will produce red edges under stress.
Looks best planted among other succulents, great for adding height to a bowl.
Difficulty
BeginnerFeatured Colour
Cyan, Pink, and YellowGrowth Form
Shrub-likeGrowth Rate
ModerateMinimum Temperature
2°CMaximum Height & Spread
30 cm x 15 cmIdeal Environment for Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi variegata
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