Project Description
Kalanchoe pumila
Flower Dust Plant
“Flower Dust Plant” is a silver succulent that forms a small, clumping bush. Its oblong leaves are covered in white, waxy hairs that give it a “dusty” look. Periodically blooms with small pink flowers.
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Quick Look:
Full sun to partial shade
Typical water needs for a succulent
Plant grows up to 12″ (30.5 cm) tall
Plant grows up to 36″ (91 cm) wide
Zone 9a (Minimum 20° F | -6.7° C)
Not cold hardy
Propagation by stem cuttings and leaves
Can be toxic to humans and animals
Summer Dormant
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Care and Propagation Information
General Care for Kalanchoe pumila “Flower Dust Plant”
Kalanchoe pumila “Flower Dust Plant” is a great addition to rock gardens or hanging baskets. As it grows, it spreads out as a small shrub. It is native to Madagascar.
Watering
Kalanchoe pumila “Flower Dust Plant” has typical watering needs for a succulent. It’s best to use the “soak and dry” method, and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Where to Plant
“Flower Dust Plant” is not cold hardy, so if you live in a zone that gets colder than 20° F (-6.7° C), it’s best to plant this succulent in a container that can be brought indoors. It does well in full to partial sun.
Plant in an area of your garden that gets 6 hours of sunlight a day. If planting indoors, place in a room that gets a lot of sunlight, such as near a southern-facing window (if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere).
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How to Propagate Kalanchoe pumila “Flower Dust Plant”
Kalanchoe pumila “Flower Dust Plant” can be propagated from stem cuttings or leaves, although you may experience the best success with stem cuttings.
Cuttings
To grow “Flower Dust Plant” from cuttings, use a sterile, sharp knife or pair of scissors. Remove a stem from the main plant, and allow it to callous for several days before placing on well-draining soil. Water whenever the soil has dried out completely.
Leaves
To propagate “Flower Dust Plant” from leaves, twist a leaf from the mother plant. Be sure that none of the leaf remains on the stem, or you will have a smaller chance of success.
Allow the leaf to dry out for several days so that the end callouses over, and then place on well-draining soil. Water whenever the soil is completely dry.
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