Overview
Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR is a bushy cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and low maintenance.
About
Kalanchoe 'Alicia' is a bushy cultivar of the Kalanchoe genus, which comprises a variety of plants including perennials and shrubs with succulent leaves and tubular or bell-shaped flowers. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for patios and containers, it is low maintenance and flowers in spring and summer. It is hardy to H1b, making it ideal for protected environments, and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
About the genus
Kalanchoe, , is a genus of about 125 species of tropical, succulent plants in the stonecrop family Crassulaceae, mainly native to Madagascar and tropical Africa. A Kalanchoe species was one of the first plants to be sent into space, sent on a resupply to the Soviet Salyut 6 space station in 1979.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kalanchoe
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR?
Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR need?
Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR hardy in the UK?
Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Kalanchoe 'Alicia'PBR?
Seed, offsets.