Flaming Katy care guide
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
Short version: bright light with some direct sun, and water when fully dry; succulent leaves store plenty. The full care profile is below, and it is the same data PlantRx uses to build this plant's watering schedule inside the app.
Flaming Katy care at a glance
| Light | Bright light with some direct sun |
|---|---|
| Water | When fully dry; succulent leaves store plenty |
| Soil | Succulent mix |
| Humidity | Low |
| Temperature | 59–79°F |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets |
How often should you water a Flaming Katy?
When fully dry; succulent leaves store plenty. That is the single thing most likely to kill it — more houseplants die from the watering can than from anything else. In PlantRx, saving this plant to your garden turns that line into a dated reminder that shifts with your local forecast.
How much light does a Flaming Katy need?
Bright light with some direct sun. Keep the soil (succulent mix) and humidity (low) matched to that, and hold the room between 59–79°F.
Is Flaming Katy safe for cats and dogs?
Toxic to pets. PlantRx gives three separate verdicts — people, dogs and cats — on every plant it reads. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice: if an animal or child has eaten any part of a plant, call a vet or a poison line rather than relying on an app.
Grower's note
Re-blooms after ~6 weeks of long dark nights in autumn.
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