Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' — Upright, compact, freely branching

Overview

Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' is a upright, compact, freely branching cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with dark green foliage. Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' 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 'Fiveranda Red' is a compact, upright cultivar of the Kalanchoe genus, known for its freely branching habit and dark green succulent leaves. As a member of the Crassulaceae family, it thrives best in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position to protect it from strong winds. This plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil such as a cactus or succulent mix with neutral to slightly acidic pH and requires low moisture. Suitable as an indoor container or patio plant during summer, it is hardy to UK zone H1b and can be propagated by leaf or stem cuttings and 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.

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 'Fiveranda Red' 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 'Fiveranda Red'

Propagation: Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets
Pest resistance: Moderate
Disease resistance: Moderate

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red'?

Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered from strong winds positions.

What soil does Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' need?

Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' 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 'Fiveranda Red' hardy in the UK?

Kalanchoe 'Fiveranda Red' 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 'Fiveranda Red'?

Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets.

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