Overview
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' is a upright, compact, freely branching cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with dark green foliage. Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and cactus or succulent mix soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor container plant and patio plant in summer.
About
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' is a compact, upright cultivar of the Kalanchoe genus, known for its succulent plants with tubular or bell-shaped flowers. This cultivar features dark green foliage and a freely branching habit, making it suitable as an indoor container plant or a patio plant during summer. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing aspect, sheltered from strong winds, and prefers well-drained, fertile soil with low moisture. Hardy to UK zone H1b, it is best grown in a conservatory or greenhouse environment, with propagation possible through leaf or stem cuttings and offsets.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kalanchoe
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Well-drained, cactus or succulent mix
- Soil pH
- Neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- Low
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered from strong winds
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Upright, compact, freely branching
- Foliage
- Dark green
- Suggested uses
- Indoor container plant, patio plant in summer
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya'
- Propagation
- Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya'?
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered from strong winds positions.
What soil does Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' need?
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' grows best in well-drained and cactus or succulent mix soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays low.
Is Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' hardy in the UK?
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Seraya' 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 blossfeldiana 'Seraya'?
Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets.
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