Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
Kalanchoe
Kalanchoe 'Calandiva Pink' flowers arranged in my tiny fridge magnet for my In a nutshell design
Common name
Christmas Kalanchoe, Kalanchöe or Kalanchoë
Origin
Depending on the species but mainly Southern Africa, Madagascar, Asia and Europe
Varieties
There are more than 125 species with new hybrid plants being cultivated to withstand colder temperatures
Colors
White apricot, orange, red, pink and combinations of those colours
Vase life
It is a succulent and will last well out of water
Scent
Uses
Ornamental rock gardens, terrariums or as growing designs. Flowers work well as body flower designs
Conditioning
Cold water shocks the growing plant and it will shrivel up. Remove the flowering stalks as they begin to fade. Let the plant dry out before watering.
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