Kalanchoe is one of the most loved indoor plants that people like to keep inside their homes. This plant is known among people for its tiny white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. This popular houseplant is also liked by people because it's quite low-maintenance, which means you do not need to spend a lot of time caring for it. So, if you have decided to keep a Kalanchoe plant indoors, then this guide will make sure that you have the proper care instructions for this plant. 

Growing and Caring for a Kalanchoe Plant

It is not very difficult to care for a Kalanchoe plant. If you keep a few things in mind and set up the right conditions, the plant just kind of keeps going. The main growing requirements for kalanchoe usually come down to a couple of basic points, as we mentioned here. 

• Light  

Indoors, kalanchoe tends to do best with bright, indirect light. Outdoors, it prefers partial shade up to full sun. If you do plant it in full sun, it’s best if it gets some afternoon shade so it doesn’t scorch. Those leggy stems, they often show up when the plant isn’t getting enough light or not consistent light.

• Soil  

For indoor kalanchoe, use a well-draining, airy mix, something like 50% potting soil plus 50% cactus mix, or 60% potting soil and 40% perlite. A Kalanchoe plant requires well-draining and sandy soil when you are growing it outdoors. Don’t leave it soggy, that’s the whole story.

• Water  

Kalanchoe handles low watering better than most, so you won’t be doing frequent waterings. In most cases, you water every few weeks, then you let the soil dry out fully between waterings. This helps prevent root rot, which is always a worry with many houseplants. 

• Temperature and Humidity  

Generally, kalanchoe thrives around 55°F to 80°F. Besides protecting it from frost, you don’t need to overthink indoor conditions. Humidity is not a big deal for kalanchoe; it’s not picky, which means you can even keep the plant in humid regions.

As a garden plant outdoors, kalanchoes really won’t do well outside USDA hardiness zones 10 to 12, because they don’t love temperatures below 55°F.

• Fertilizer  

If you are keeping the plant indoors, you need to feed it with a well-balanced fertilizer once a month during spring and summer, but hold off completely during winter. If the blooms feel sparse or lackluster, switch to a fertilizer that’s higher in phosphorus; it can make a difference.