Overview

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Acheron'PBR is a bushy cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Acheron'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 blossfeldiana 'Acheron' PBR is a bushy evergreen cultivar within the Kalanchoe genus, known for its succulent leaves and tubular or bell-shaped flowers with four distinct lobes. This plant thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, ideally south-, east-, or west-facing, and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, it is low maintenance and best grown under UK hardiness rating H1b. 'Acheron' is of particular interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or offsets.

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 blossfeldiana 'Acheron'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 blossfeldiana 'Acheron'PBR

Propagation

Seed, offsets

Pest resistance

Mealybugs, aphids

Disease resistance

Powdery mildews, rust

Frequently asked questions

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