{"product_id":"kalanchoe-orange","title":"Kalanchoe Orange","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSelling Size : Single Plant | Pot Included | Secure Packing \u003c\/h4\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/kalanchoe-orange\/\"\u003eKalanchoe Orange\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as Flaming Katy or Florist Kalanchoe, is a popular, easy-to-care-for succulent, prized for its long-lasting, vibrant flowers.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_vip2ysvip2ysvip2-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp\" alt=\"Kalanchoe Orange\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Kalanchoe Orange \u003ch4\u003eHere is a guide to its care \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=StZH13c0ldA\"\u003eKalanchoe Orange\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e   \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIndoors:\u003c\/b\u003e Provide \u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e A south- or west-facing window is often ideal, especially in winter.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Intense, direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSign of insufficient light:\u003c\/b\u003e Leggy stems (stretching out with fewer leaves) and reduced flowering.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Watering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSucculent nature:\u003c\/b\u003e Kalanchoes store water in their leaves and stems, making them drought-tolerant.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRule of thumb:\u003c\/b\u003e Water thoroughly, but \u003cb\u003eallow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out completely\u003c\/b\u003e between waterings.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Overwatering is the most common cause of problems (like root rot).\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e Ensure the pot has drainage holes so the plant never sits in standing water.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/b\u003e This may mean watering every 2-3 weeks indoors, and even less frequently in the dormant winter months.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e10\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/51WOJPoN27L-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kalanchoe Orange\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Kalanchoe Orange \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Soil and Potting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a \u003cb\u003ewell-draining potting mix\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e11\u003c\/sup\u003e A cactus or succulent mix is excellent, or you can mix regular potting soil with perlite or coarse sand for better drainage.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e12\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePot:\u003c\/b\u003e Choose a pot with \u003cb\u003edrainage holes\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e13\u003c\/sup\u003e Clay or terracotta pots are great because they help wick away excess moisture.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e14\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/b\u003e Repot every one to two years, usually in the spring, to refresh the soil and move to a slightly larger pot if root-bound.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"15\"\u003e15\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Placing the plant near cold drafts, air conditioning vents, or heating sources, as they are sensitive to sudden temperature fluctuations.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"21\"\u003e21\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Fertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhen:\u003c\/b\u003e Feed sparingly, typically once a month during the \u003cb\u003egrowing season (spring and summer)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"22\"\u003e22\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer or a fertilizer formulated for succulents, diluted to half-strength.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"23\"\u003e23\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not fertilize during the fall and winter dormant period.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"24\"\u003e24\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Pruning and Deadheading Kalanchoe Orange (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeadheading:\u003c\/b\u003e Remove (or \"deadhead\") spent flowers and their stalks as they fade.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"25\"\u003e25\u003c\/sup\u003e This redirects the plant's energy into new growth and can help encourage a bushier appearance.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"26\"\u003e26\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePruning:\u003c\/b\u003e You can prune back leggy or overly tall stems to maintain a more compact shape.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"27\"\u003e27\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/f65fbdd7-9a9d-41f4-932b-19aa379623091-Photoroom-ezgif.com-resize.webp\" alt=\"Kalanchoe Orange\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Kalanchoe Orange \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Reblooming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e Kalanchoes are \"short-day\" plants, meaning they require a period of long, uninterrupted darkness to set new flower buds.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"28\"\u003e28\u003c\/sup\u003e To encourage a rebloom: \u003col start=\"1\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAfter the current flowers fade:\u003c\/b\u003e Cut the spent flower stems back.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"29\"\u003e29\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDark Treatment (for about 6 weeks):\u003c\/b\u003e Provide the plant with \u003cb\u003e14 hours of complete darkness\u003c\/b\u003e every night and about 10 hours of bright light during the day.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"30\"\u003e30\u003c\/sup\u003e This can be achieved by placing it in a dark closet or covering it with a box.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"31\"\u003e31\u003c\/sup\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturn to normal light:\u003c\/b\u003e Once you see new buds forming (usually after about 6 weeks), you can stop the darkness treatment and return the plant to its normal bright-light spot.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"32\"\u003e32\u003c\/sup\u003e Resume normal watering and begin fertilizing again.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Jiffy Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51704864899374,"sku":"JP-kalanchoe-orange","price":275.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/1091\/4606\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_vip2ysvip2ysvip2-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp?v=1770150366","url":"https:\/\/foliages.in\/products\/kalanchoe-orange","provider":"Foliages.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}