Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR — Upright, compact, freely branching

Overview

Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR is a upright, compact, freely branching cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with dark green foliage. Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR 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 'Sweet Pink Meadow' is a compact, upright cultivar of the Kalanchoe genus, known for its succulent, dark green foliage and freely branching habit. As a member of the Crassulaceae family, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with low moisture, ideally in full sun or part shade. This cultivar is suited to indoor container growing or as a patio plant during summer, requiring a sheltered, south-facing aspect. It is hardy to UK zone H1b and can be propagated by leaf or stem cuttings and offsets, with its season of interest spanning spring and summer.

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 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR 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 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR?

Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered from strong winds positions.

What soil does Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR need?

Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR 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 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR hardy in the UK?

Kalanchoe 'Sweet Pink Meadow'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 'Sweet Pink Meadow'PBR?

Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets.

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