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How to Grow Flaming Katy Kalanchoe Kalanchoe blossfeldianaFlaming Katy, Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, is like a warm smile among succulents.
Also known as florist’s kalanchoe, Christmas kalanchoe, and widow’s-thrill, this cheery plant with its evergreen leaves also produces bright red, white, yellow, pink, or orange flowers – even indoors.
It’s long been a favorite in the season leading up to Christmas and it will bloom in the house for a full four to eight weeks during those drab winter days.
But you can also grow this variety outdoors year-round in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 12. Or, it’s possible to bring it outdoors to soak up some sun in the warm weather before bringing it back inside to overwinter in the house.
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Dedicated gardeners can encourage this plant to rebloom beyond the first flush, maybe even for several years after it first blooms.
But even if you just opt to grow it as a green succulent after that first show of flowers, kalanchoe is a sweet day-brightener.
I first encountered it at my cousin Helen’s wedding reception, where she used small plants as part of the table decor at the beer hall known as Blob’s Park in Jessup, Maryland.
All of the guests got to take plants home with them. I enjoyed the blooms for weeks afterward, and kept that houseplant as a reminder of love for years.
Flaming Katy is an inexpensive, easy-care succulent that provides a lift in dreary times, whether you choose to give that gift to yourself or start cuttings to share with friends.
To learn more about this cheerful succulent, read on. Here’s everything we’ll cover:
What Is Flaming Katy?The botanical name K. blossfeldianahonors German
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